How (and Why) to Brine a Turkey Before Roasting

How (and Why) to Brine a Turkey Before Roasting

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Brine a turkey in this mixture of water, broth, apple cider, salt, citrus, and spices for the most flavorful and moist turkey ever!

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Ingredients

  • 1 gal water ((warm))
  • 1½ cups salt
  • 3 qt apple cider
  • 1 qt chicken broth ((or more apple cider))
  • 6 sprigs thyme ((or 1 TBSP dried))
  • 8 cloves garlic ((minced))
  • 2 lemons ((zested and sliced))
  • 1 orange ((zested and sliced))
  • 1 tsp whole cloves ((optional))

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