Perfect Turkey (Brined)

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 0
Perfect Turkey (Brined) for a superb Thanksgiving dinner!
in Main

Prep

20 min

Cook

4 hrs

Ready In

4 hrs 20 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1/2 cup kosher salt
1/2 cup brown sugar
2 cans chicken stock
2 cups apple juice
2 cups white wine
1 bay leaf
1 teaspoon dried rosemary leaves
1 teaspoon dried sage
1 teaspoon dried leaf thyme
1 teaspoon dried leaf basil
cold water
12 lbs frozen young turkey , completely thawed , giblets and neck removed ( use neck for gravy )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
12
Calories
485
Sugar
19g
Fat
23g
When it comes to Thanksgiving, the turkey is the star of the show. This recipe for Perfect Turkey (Brined) will be the highlight of your dinner! Brining the turkey in a flavorful mixture of spices and herbs ensures the meat will be moist and succulent, and it will be the centerpiece of a meal everyone will remember. This turkey is perfect for any special occasion when you want to impress your guests with a delicious and flavorful meal.

Instructions

1.In a very large pot, dissolve salt and brown sugar in the chicken stock, apple juice, white wine, bay leaf, rosemary leaves, sage, thyme and basil, and bring to a boil over high heat.
2.Remove from heat and let mixture cool completely.
3.Rinse the turkey inside and out in cold water, and place it in the cooled brine.
4.Add enough cold water to the pot to entirely cover the turkey. Cover and refrigerate for at least 12 hours, up to 24 hours.
5.Preheat oven to 325°F. Remove the turkey from the brine and rinse inside and out with cold water.
6.Pat dry with paper towels and place, breast side up on a rack in a large roasting pan.
7.Roast the turkey, basting with pan juices every 30 minutes, until the thickest part of the thigh registers 165°F, 3 1/2 to 4 hours.
8.Let the turkey rest for at least 30 minutes before carving.

PROS

Brining is a great way to make your turkey moist and juicy, and to add flavor.
The combination of spices and herbs in this brine pack a delicious punch.
This recipe is perfect for Thanksgiving or any other special occasion!

CONS

Brining takes time and requires a large pot to hold the turkey and the brine.
Some people may find the added saltiness of the brine to be too strong.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Turkey is a lean meat that is high in protein and low in fat. Turkey is also a good source of vitamins B6 and B12, which are important for brain function and red blood cell formation. The herbs and spices used in this brine are also rich in antioxidants and have anti-inflammatory properties.

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