Spice-Rubbed Turkey With Garlic-Pear Puree Recipe

Name: Spice-Rubbed Turkey With Garlic-Pear Puree
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Ingredients; 1 (12 lb) turkey; 2 tablespoons olive oil; Seasoning; 2 tablespoons dry mustard; 2 teaspoons ground sage; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 1 teaspoon dried marjoram; 1 teaspoon dried thyme leaves; 1 teaspoon paprika; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon ground black pepper; Puree; 4 tablespoons olive oil, divided; 6 ripe bosc pears, peeled, cut in 1/2- inch pieces; 4 garlic cloves, minced; 1 cup dry white wine; 3 tablespoons brown sugar; 1 tablespoon lemon juice; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/8 teaspoon pepper; 1 1/2 tablespoons chopped fresh rosemary

Servings: persons

Ingredients
1 (12 lb) turkey
2 tablespoons olive oil
Seasoning
2 tablespoons dry mustard
2 teaspoons ground sage
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon dried marjoram
1 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
Puree
4 tablespoons olive oil, divided
6 ripe bosc pears, peeled, cut in 1/2- inch pieces
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup dry white wine
3 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 1/2 tablespoons chopped fresh rosemary

1
Prepare turkey as per package instructions. Brush skin with 2 tablespoons olive oil.
2
Combine mustard, sage, garlic powder, marjoram, thyme, paprika, salt, pepper and nutmeg.
3
Sprinkle seasoning mixture over the turkey.
4
Follow roasting directions on package. Let stand 15 minutes before carving.
5
Meanwhile, combine pears, garlic, wine and brown sugar in medium saucepan. Bring to a simmer over medium-high heat then reduce to medium-low. Cook 25 minutes, or until pears are very tender and most of wine has evaporated. Place pear mixture into food processor container fitted with steel blade; process until smooth. With machine running, slowly add remaining 1/4 cup olive oil through feed tube to make a smooth and creamy puree. Pour into medium bowl. Stir in lemon juice, salt and pepper. Serve at room temperature or refrigerate until ready to serve.
6
Carve turkey. Serve with Garlic-Pear Puree.

458

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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

You need 22 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Ingredients, 1 (12 lb) turkey, 2 tablespoons olive oil, Seasoning, and more.

Yes, Spice-Rubbed Turkey With Garlic-Pear Puree 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.

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Spice-Rubbed Turkey With Garlic-Pear Puree

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Variations & substitutions

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