BASIC TURKEY BRINE (WHOLE FOODS)

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Categories     turkey

Yield 1 gallon

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 cup kosher salt
1/2 cup granulated sugar or brown sugar
Small handful of aromatics (garlic cloves, thyme sprigs, whole peppercorns, bay leaves, lemon or orange zest removed in strips)

Steps:

  • Combine salt, sugar, aromatics and 1/2 gallon (8 cups) of water in a large pot and place over medium-high heat. Stir until sugar and salt are dissolved. Bring to a boil, lower heat and simmer for 5 minutes. Remove from heat and allow to cool. Stir in remaining 1/2 gallon water (or water and ice) and cool completely. Pour brine into a container just large enough to hold turkey comfortably. (A 4- or 5-gallon vessel should be good for a 10- to 12-pound turkey.) Add turkey; add a little more water or ice to submerge it if necessary. Turn bird a few times and then leave breast-side down in the water; place a heavy plate over the poultry if it floats. Chill 5 to 6 hours. Remove bird from brine, discard brine and roast as directed.

Chiara Bodack
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This is the best turkey brine recipe I've ever used. The turkey was cooked to perfection and the flavor was incredible.


Sarha King
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I'm not a fan of turkey, but I loved this recipe. The turkey was so moist and flavorful, I couldn't get enough of it.


ALI Yah
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This brine recipe is a must-try for anyone cooking a turkey. It's easy to make and results in a delicious, juicy turkey.


Ali Ifatkhar
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I've been using this brine recipe for years and it never disappoints. The turkey always comes out moist and flavorful.


Gerti Tershani
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5 stars! This brine recipe is the best I've ever used. The turkey was cooked to perfection and the flavor was incredible.


korina partida
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This brine recipe is a keeper! The turkey was incredibly juicy and flavorful. I will definitely be using this recipe again.


Hlonipho Baloyi
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I was a bit skeptical about brining a turkey, but I'm so glad I tried this recipe. The turkey was amazing! So moist and flavorful.


Aaron Johnson
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This is my go-to turkey brine recipe. It's simple to make and always produces a delicious turkey. I highly recommend it!


Taj Mohammad Khan
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I'm not a huge fan of turkey, but this brine recipe changed my mind. The turkey was so moist and flavorful, I couldn't get enough of it.


sk ebrahim
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5 stars! This brine recipe is a must-try for anyone cooking a turkey. The turkey was cooked to perfection and the flavor was incredible.


Arniko Kumar
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Easy to follow recipe that resulted in a delicious turkey. The brine definitely made a difference, the meat was so moist and flavorful.


ZALIM ZALIM
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I've tried many turkey brine recipes over the years, but this one is by far the best. The turkey was so tender and juicy, and the flavor was amazing.


Dawn Load
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Followed the recipe exactly and the turkey turned out perfectly. The brine added so much flavor and kept the meat moist. Will definitely be using this recipe again!


Damien Duran
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This turkey brine recipe from Whole Foods is a game-changer! The turkey came out incredibly moist and flavorful, with a crispy, golden-brown skin. I highly recommend it!