How To Cook A Turkey Crown

Hey there, turkey chef! Grab a cuppa, let's dive into this crown jewel of the bird world, shall we?

First things first, what's a turkey crown?

Well, imagine a turkey's head was a crown, and the rest of the bird was its royal robe. That's basically a turkey crown - it's just the breast, with the legs and giblets removed. Neater, quicker to cook, and less... intimidating, if you're not quite the whole turkey type.

Now, let's get cooking!

First off, thaw your crown if it's frozen. Safety first, folks! Then, preheat your oven to 180°C (or 160°C fan).

While that's heating up, season your crown. Slather it with butter (because, why not?), then sprinkle on some salt, pepper, and your fave herbs. I'm partial to a bit of thyme and rosemary, myself.

Pop it in a roasting tin, breast side up, and cover it loosely with foil. This helps it cook evenly and keeps it moist. Now, here's where the magic happens - or rather, the baking.

Roast turkey crown recipe - BBC Food

It'll take about 1 hour and 15 minutes to cook, but use a thermometer to check it's reached 74°C in the thickest part. If it's not there yet, give it a bit longer.

Resting time

Once it's done, take it out, cover it with foil again, and let it rest for 20 minutes. This lets the juices redistribute, making your crown even more delicious.

How To Cook Turkey Crown

While it's resting, you can make your gravy. Use the juices from the tin, mix in some flour and stock, and boom - gravy! Don't forget to skim off the fat first, though. Nobody wants a heart attack on a plate.

And there you have it!

Your very own, perfectly cooked turkey crown. Slice it up, serve it with all the trimmings, and enjoy your hard-earned feast! Don't forget to share your culinary triumph on social media. We all love a good food pic, right?

Happy cooking, and remember - if it all goes wrong, there's always takeaway. But let's hope it doesn't, yeah?