‘Brining’ a turkey is another word for soaking your Thanksgiving turkey in a spiced liquid, which infuses the turkey with moisture and flavor. Brining a turkey overnight is the best way to ensure a tender and delicious Thanksgiving turkey.
What you will need:
- 2 gallons water
- 2 cups apple juice
- 1 cups Kosher salt
- 2 cups brown sugar
- 2 cloves garlic, crushed
- 5 bay leaves
- 3 Tbsp. black peppercorns
- 1 Tbsp. dried rosemary
- 2 Tbsp. dried thyme
- 1 whole fresh orange peel, chopped
- 1 whole fresh lemon peel, chopped
* A simpler option is to buy a high quality, all-in-one spice mix and simply add the mix to water. Click here for more information on Turkey Brine spice mix.
Instructions:
Combine all ingredients in a large pot and bring to boil. Remove from heat, cover, and allow liquid to cool to room temperature. Mixture can be stored in the fridge until you are ready to brine.
Remove turkey from wrapper and throw away bag inside. Rinse thoroughly with cold water. Place turkey in plastic brining bag (available at many kitchen shops) or in pot large enough to hold turkey. Pool cooled brine liquid over top. Add cold water if you need more liquid, so turkey is covered. Place sealed pot or bag in refrigerator for 8 to 18 hours (overnight) before roasting.
Before roasting, remove turkey from brine and rinse thoroughly under cold water. Pat dry.
** This recipe makes enough brine for a 20 lb. bird.
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