Citrus-Herb-Marinated Turkey Tenderloins

Name: Citrus-Herb-Marinated Turkey Tenderloins
Yield: serves 4
Ingredients: 2/3 cup plus 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 1/4 cup capers, drained and mashed; 6 garlic cloves, minced; 1/3 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (1 to 2 lemons); 2 tablespoons fresh thyme; 1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary; 1 tablespoon chopped fresh sage; 1/4 teaspoon paprika; 1 3/4 teaspoons kosher salt; 2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper; 2 pounds turkey tenderloins

December 22, 2011

WHILE MOST PEOPLE KNOW TURKEY ONLY as sliced cold cuts or a whole roasted bird for Thanksgiving dinner, turkey tenderloins are a versatile, tender cut. The citrus-herb marinade is crucial to both the flavor and the texture of the dish because it helps tenderize the meat and boosts the flavor. Serve this dish with Sausage-Oyster Stuffing, Wild Mushroom Stuffing, or Apple-Pecan Stuffing with Dried Cherries (pages 167–71), and you can enjoy the flavors of Thanksgiving all year long.

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