Turkey Brine: Chefs Herbaceous Recipe for the Most Succulent Holiday Roast

Turkey Brine: Chefs Herbaceous Recipe for the Most Succulent Holiday Roast

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This easy Turkey Brine is the antidote to dry meat. Use this herbaceous Turkey Brine Recipe to guarantee a moist, tender bird seasoned through to the bone. Esse

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Ingredients

  • 8 cups Water (for brine concentrate)
  • 1 ½ cups Kosher Salt (Diamond Crystal recommended)
  • 1 cup Light Brown Sugar, packed
  • 2 Tbsp Whole Black Peppercorns
  • 6 large Bay Leaves (fresh or dried)
  • 1 head Garlic, smashed (about 12 cloves)
  • 6 sprigs Fresh Rosemary Sprigs
  • 6 sprigs Fresh Thyme Sprigs
  • 2 medium Oranges, quartered
  • 1 gallon Cold Water or Vegetable Stock (to finish the brine)
  • 4 cups Ice Cubes (optional, to speed chilling)
  • 1 12–15 lbs Whole Turkey (Thawed, neck and giblets removed)

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