Roasted Turkey Breast with Apples, Pumpkin and Marsala Sauce

Instructions

1. 1

   In a large bowl, combine water, salt and sugar. Add turkey breast. Let brine in the refrigerator for 1 hour.

2. 2

   With the rack in the middle position, preheat the oven to 180 °C (350 °F).

3. 3

   In a large 33 x 23-cm (13 x 9-inch) baking dish, combine squash, apple, garlic, sage and half the oil. Season with salt and pepper. Place slices around the baking dish. Set aside.

4. 4

   Drain and pat turkey breast dry.

5. 5

   In a non-stick skillet, brown meat on each side in remaining oil and place in the centre of the baking dish with vegetables. Roast for about 50 minutes or until a thermometer inserted in the centre of the breast reads 74 °C (165 °F). Turn squash slices and apples halfway through cooking. Cover and let rest for 10 minutes.