Sesame Crusted Turkey

Ingredients:

• 1.5 Lb - Turkey Tenderloin

• 1.5 Oz Packet - Sesame Seeds

• 1-1/2 Tsp - Cumin

• 1-1/2 Tsp - Lemon Pepper

• 1/4 Tsp - Salt

• 1 Each - Egg, lightly beaten

• 3 TBSP - Olive Oil

Preparation:

1. Preheat oven to 400º.

2. Pour sesame seeds in a pan. Turn heat to medium and toast until lightly browned stirring often.

3. Mix toasted sesame seeds, cumin, lemon pepper and salt together and pour onto a plate.

4. Dip the turkey loin in the beaten egg, then coat in the sesame seed mixture.

5. Heat olive oil in a pan over medium high heat and sear the turkey breast on all sides, about 3-4 minutes per side.

6. Remove from pan and place in a glass baking dish.

7. Place in oven for about 30 minutes until internal temperature is 165º.

8. Remove from oven and let rest about 5-7 minutes.

9. Serve and enjoy!

Tips:

• Be careful when toasting sesame seeds as they will burn quickly. You'll know they're close to being done when they become fragrant.

• Get creative! Can't find turkey tenderloin? Use a pork tenderloin and replace the egg with dijon mustard!