Shallot, Red Wine, and Maple Turkey Roast with Spiced Cranberry Sauce

Directions

For the Turkey:

1. Preheat oven as directed on the turkey roast package.
   

2. Then, in a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat and add sliced shallots and garlic, cooking until softened, about 5 minutes.
   
3. Stir in the tomato paste and cook for an additional 2 minutes, allowing the flavours to meld. Add flour, stirring constantly for 1 minute to create a light roux.
   
4. Pour in red wine, chicken broth, and maple syrup and add rosemary, sage, and thyme.
   
5. Let the mixture simmer for about 10 minutes or until it thickens slightly. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
   
6. Place turkey roast in a roasting pan. Pour the prepared marinade over the turkey.
   
7. Roast the turkey according to package instructions, or until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
   
8. Once done, let the turkey stand for 10 minutes before removing the string netting and carving.

For the Spiced Cranberry Sauce:

9. While the turkey roasts, combine cranberries, maple syrup, cinnamon sticks, lime juice, mustard powder, and cranberry juice in a saucepan.
   

10. Simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until cranberries burst, and sauce thickens to your desired consistency, about 15-20 minutes. Remove cinnamon sticks before serving.

To Serve:

11. Slice turkey and serve with a generous spoonful of spiced cranberry sauce on the side. Enjoy this holiday centerpiece with all your favourite sides!

Credit: By Christopher Rivest