Ingredients
2.5kg Etherington’s rolled turkey breast
75g butter, softened
50g bacon jam (to make)
30g Etherington’s sausage meat
7 sage leaves, finely chopped
2 clementines (4 slices)
Neutral oil
White pepper and Cornish sea salt to taste
Ollie’s Christmas Turkey Recipe
Why not switch things up a little this year and have a go at Head Chef Ollie's Christmas turkey recipe?
Bacon jam
250g smoked pancetta lardons
3 onions, finely diced
200ml cider vinegar
200g soft brown sugar
200ml strong coffee
To make the bacon jam
Render down the fat from the pancetta lardons, then lift them out with a spoon and set aside.
Add the onions to the pancetta fat and cook until soft but not coloured.
Return the pancetta to the pan, then add the vinegar, sugar, and coffee.
Reduce over a low to medium heat for 10 to 15 minutes, or until the mixture thickens to a jam-like consistency.
For the turkey
Preheat the oven to 180°C, and line a tray with foil and parchment.
In a bowl, mix together the bacon jam, sausage meat, butter, sage, and a couple of twists of white pepper.
Place the turkey in front of you and gently slide your hand under the skin, fingertips facing upwards. Loosen the skin carefully, taking your time so it doesn’t tear.
Spoon the bacon jam butter mixture under the skin and spread it out evenly. Smooth the skin back down, then lay the clementine slices over the skin.
Transfer the turkey to your tray, drizzle a little oil over the top, and rub it in lightly. Season with pepper and just a small pinch of salt (the bacon jam underneath brings plenty of seasoning). Add 30ml of water to the tray.
Cooking time
Place the turkey in the oven and roast for 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the juices run clear.
Once cooked, let the turkey rest – it will carve far more cleanly, and it gives you time for a pre-lunch refreshment!
Be sure to use the resting juices to add depth and richness to your gravy.
Chef’s tip: Use a sharp knife for carving – my knife of choice for Christmas is from Pareusi at St Agnes.
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Uncover The Alverton this Christmas
Festive Cocktails
Join us in the bar for sumptuous seasonal tipples from our exclusive festive menu, expertly crafted by our talented bar team.
Afternoon Tea Menu
For afternoon tea in Truro, head to The Alverton for the ultimate experience. With views across the manicured gardens, graze on delightful finger sandwiches, home baked scones with lashings of Cornish clotted cream and jam, and divine miniature cakes.