Roast Turkey with Sage Pesto

Directions

1. 1
   Sage Pesto
2. 2
   Add sage leaves, minced garlic, lemon juice and zest and hazelnuts to the bowl of a food processor. Process until mixture forms a paste, then add oil and process until mixture is smooth.Season pesto with salt and pepper to taste. Set mixture aside.Roast Turkey
3. 3
   Preheat oven to 400 degrees (205 degrees C).
4. 4
   Place the half turkey breast in a large oven proof baking dish or on a rimmed baking sheet. With your fingers, carefully separate the skin from the turkey breast and spread sage pesto under the skin.
5. 5
   Drizzle oil over the turkey breast, season with salt and pepper.Roast the half turkey breast until a thermometer inserted into the center of the breast reaches 140 degrees (60 degrees C). That should take about 30 minutes.
6. 6
   Remove from pan, cover and let rest for 15 minutes. Slice turkey breast as needed, and drizzle with pan drippings if desired.