CIDER-BRINED TURKEY
My family had been going through some rough times, and when we were finally able to get together for Thanksgiving one year, I made this turkey. It brings back such good memories of joyful family gatherings. -Nicole Keller, Waterford, Pennsylvania
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 4h20m
Yield 18 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- In a stockpot, combine the first 10 ingredients. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until salt and sugar are dissolved. Remove from the heat. Add cold beer and broth to cool the brine to room temperature., Place one turkey-size oven roasting bag inside the other. Place turkey inside both bags; pour in cooled brine. Seal bags, pressing out as much air as possible; turn to coat turkey. Place in a shallow roasting pan. Refrigerate for 18-24 hours, turning occasionally. , Remove turkey from brine; rinse and pat dry. Discard brine. Tuck wings under turkey; tie drumsticks together. Place on a rack in a shallow roasting pan, breast side up. Brush with melted butter; sprinkle with salt and pepper., Bake, uncovered, at 325° for 3-1/2 to 4 hours or until a thermometer inserted in thigh reads 180°, basting occasionally with pan drippings. Cover loosely with foil if turkey browns too quickly. Cover and let stand for 20 minutes before carving.
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Doris Manoti
[email protected]This was the best turkey I've ever had! The cider brine was a great idea, and it really made the turkey moist and flavorful. I will definitely be using this recipe again next year.
Waseem Tipu
[email protected]This turkey was a huge hit at our Thanksgiving dinner! Everyone loved the flavor and the moistness of the turkey. I will definitely be making this recipe again next year.
Hemant Sah
[email protected]This was a great recipe! The cider brine was easy to make and the turkey came out perfectly cooked. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy Thanksgiving turkey.
Favour solomon
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of turkey, but this recipe changed my mind! The cider brine really made a difference, and the turkey was so moist and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again next year.
roxana m rocha
[email protected]This turkey was delicious! The cider brine gave it a great flavor and the turkey was cooked perfectly. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy Thanksgiving turkey.
Cabdilahi Said
[email protected]I've been cooking turkeys for years, and this is the best recipe I've ever used. The cider brine makes all the difference. The turkey was so moist and flavorful, and it was a huge hit with my family. I will definitely be using this recipe again next
Avery Robins
[email protected]This turkey was a huge hit at our Thanksgiving dinner! Everyone loved the flavor and the moistness of the turkey. I will definitely be making this recipe again next year.
zeynepzuhal karaogul
[email protected]I loved this recipe! The cider brine was easy to make and the turkey came out perfectly cooked. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy Thanksgiving turkey.
Cameron Gonzalez
[email protected]This was the best turkey I've ever had! The cider brine was a great idea, and it really made the turkey moist and flavorful. I will definitely be using this recipe again next year.
Afuajannatul Mawa
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of turkey, but this recipe changed my mind! The cider brine really made a difference, and the turkey was so moist and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again next year.
Qari Saifullah
[email protected]This turkey was a hit at our Thanksgiving dinner! It was perfectly cooked and the cider brine gave it a delicious flavor. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a great Thanksgiving turkey.
SAIF SIDDIQUE
[email protected]I was a little hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a big fan of cider. But I'm so glad I did! The cider flavor was very subtle, and it really complemented the turkey. This is a great recipe for anyone who wants a moist and flavorful turkey.
Ummi Salma
[email protected]I've been cooking turkeys for years, and this is the best recipe I've ever tried. The cider brine makes all the difference. My family raved about it, and I'll be using this recipe again next year.
stanhope ahunanya
[email protected]This was my first time brining a turkey, and I'm so glad I did! The turkey was incredibly moist and flavorful, and the cider brine gave it a lovely sweet-tart flavor. I will definitely be brining my turkey this way from now on.