BEST BRINED TURKEY
This is the most moist and juicey turkey I have ever had in my life! I heard about brining turkeys on the food network and just knew I had to try it. So I made this recipe, and did. All I can say is that it's fabulous, and I know you will think so to. Thank you for trying it. ENJOY!
Provided by MizEmerilLagasse
Categories Poultry
Time P1DT4h
Yield 10-12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a large pot stir together the stock, water, brown sugar, salt, all spice, black pepper, cinnamon, and thyme Bring to a boil, turn to medium heat and let simmer for 5 minutes Remove from heat and cool completely, no cheating now!
- Place the turkey in a clean 5 gallon bucket and pour the brine over it Cover and let sit over night Flip the turkey in the morning, a few hours before cooking After the turkey is done in the brine, remove it from the brine and place it in its baking pan On a microwave safe plat, place the red, onions, cinnamon sticks, and thyme or rosemary Sprinkle with about 1/4 cup water and microwave on high for 7 minutes Place the apple, onions, cinnamon sticks, and thyme or rosemary inside the turkey Inject the turkey with the butter, optional Preheat oven to 500F, yes I know it's high, but trust me Cook the turkey for 30 minutes or until it is browned Cover with heavy duty foil and turn the oven down to 350F Bake for 2 1/2-3 hours more or until the turkey has reached an internal temperature of 161F.
- Remove turkey form the oven and allow to sit for 20 minutes or so before carving.
- **Youcan infuse the injection butter with garlic cloves, thyme, rosemary, pepper corns, or cinnamon sticks by just slowly melt it in a small sauce pan with one of those choices in it.
- Just remember to strain before injecting.
- Serving Suggestions: Mashed potatoes, corn, biscuits, corn bread, peas, or just bread.
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Md mdnazmulhasan
[email protected]Made this a few times now and always turns out amazing! Thank you for sharing this.
Moeezjutt Moeezjutt
[email protected]5 stars for this recipe! So good!
Munir kohawar Kohawar
[email protected]Only complaint was that the skin could have been crispier, but flavor was on point.
Shajel Khan
[email protected]So easy and delicious. I'm impressed how juicy the turkey was. Will make again.
Bilal Pakhtoon
[email protected]We used a 16lb turkey and cooked it for 4 hours, it came out perfect! Everyone enjoyed this delicious bird.
Walaa Abdelhalim
[email protected]It was a little salty for our taste, but overall satisfied with the recipe.
AdRiYaN HiMeL
[email protected]Really good! Will definitely be using this recipe from here on out.
Romeo Nassf
[email protected]My turkey came out dry. Not sure what I did wrong.
Yasmine Louizi
[email protected]So flavorful and tender! Cooking the turkey upside down was a great tip. Very happy we tried this.
Tabatha Moore
[email protected]Followed the recipe to the 'T'. Turkey was moist and very tasty. I thought brining made a big difference.
Priti Mohonto
[email protected]Rubbed the turkey with the herbed butter, then covered it and refrigerated for 2 days. Everyone raved about the turkey. Will definitely use again.
Ramala bhandari
[email protected]I'm very happy with this recipe. Turkey came out tender and juicy.
Lisa Taylor
[email protected]I thought this recipe was superb! It was the best turkey I've ever had, and worth the extra effort & time.