Maple Roasted Turkey Recipe

Ingredients

• A young fresh turkey of approximately 4 kg, thawed, the neck and offal removed
• Olive oil
• Salt and pepper
• Huge saucepan or brine bag
• Meat thermometer
• About 20 cups of water
• 1 cup salt (1/2 cup if your turkey is already seasoned)
• 1/2 cup maple syrup
• 3 celery stalks, cut into large pieces
• 1 red apple, cut into large pieces
• 2 tablespoons peppercorns
• 3 crushed garlic cloves
• 1 1/2 cups maple syrup
• 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
• 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/2 teaspoon Italian spices
• 3 garlic cloves, finely chopped
• Salt and pepper from the mill