Drunken Turkey Recipe

Name: Drunken Turkey
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup dried garbanzo beans; 1 (5 1/2-pound) whole turkey breast, skinned; 2 cups brandy, divided; 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil; 1 (1-pound) veal shank (2 inches thick); 3 cups water; 6 thyme sprigs, tied with kitchen string; 3/4 teaspoon salt; 3 cups (2-inch-thick) slices celery; 1 1/2 pounds Yukon gold potatoes, quartered

Servings: persons

1 cup dried garbanzo beans
1 (5 1/2-pound) whole turkey breast, skinned
2 cups brandy, divided
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 (1-pound) veal shank (2 inches thick)
3 cups water
6 thyme sprigs, tied with kitchen string
3/4 teaspoon salt
3 cups (2-inch-thick) slices celery
1 1/2 pounds Yukon gold potatoes, quartered

1
Sort and wash beans; place in a large Dutch oven. Cover with water to 2 inches above beans. Cover; let stand overnight. Drain beans.
2
Split turkey in half lengthwise. Pierce turkey liberally with a paring knife. Place turkey, meat side down, in a 13 x 9inch glass or ceramic baking dish. Add 1 1/2 cups brandy. Cover and refrigerate overnight. Discard marinade.
3
Heat a large Dutch oven or stockpot over medium-high heat. Add oil to pan; swirl to coat. Add veal; cook for 10 minutes, browning on both sides. Add drained beans, Turkey-Saffron Stock, 3 cups water, and thyme; bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer for 1 hour and 10 minutes, skimming off and discarding foam as needed. Add turkey and salt. Cover and cook for 35 minutes, skimming occasionally. Add celery and potatoes. Cover and cook for 40 minutes or until thermometer registers 155u00b0 when inserted into the thickest part of the breast. Remove turkey; cover with foil. Add remaining 1/2 cup brandy to pan, and cook, uncovered, 20 minutes or until potatoes are tender. Remove thyme; discard. Divide bean mixture evenly among 12 bowls. Slice turkey across grain into thin slices. Divide turkey and veal evenly among bowls.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup dried garbanzo beans, 1 (5 1/2-pound) whole turkey breast, skinned, 2 cups brandy, divided, 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, and more.

Yes, Drunken Turkey falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Drunken Turkey

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