Turkey With Fruit Stuffingturkey 2 boneless half turkey breasts 1 pkg pitted dates (10 ounces) 1 pkg dried apricot halves (6 oz) 1 cup walnut pieces 2 cup water 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves Cut 3 parallel, lengthwise, 1-inch deep slits in each turkey breast half. Place turkey breast halves flat in a buttered roasting pan. Cut dates in thirds. Cut apricot halves in fourths. Combine dates, apricots and remaining ingredients in saucepan. Heat, stirring constantly. Simmer 2 minutes, stirring. Cool slightly. Fill slits in turkey with fruit mixture. Roast in preheated 325-degree oven 2 hours. Cut each breast half in 6 slices. Makes 12 servings. |
