HOLIDAY TURKEY BRINE

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There are many brines available for your holiday turkey, and many have similar ingredients. The basic concept is that brining a turkey, or any meat, helps that meat retain moisture over long cooking periods. My husband said this recipe created the juiciest turkey he had ever experienced. Even after almost 4 hours of cook time, you could squeeze the juice out of the meat it was so tender and juicy. And the savory and sweet flavors were just enough to complement the brine and impart those flavors to the turkey. Bon appetit!

Provided by Darlene

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 gallon vegetable broth
1 ½ cups sea salt
⅓ cup brown sugar
2 tablespoons black peppercorns
1 tablespoon dried rosemary
1 tablespoon dried sage
1 tablespoon dried thyme
2 gallons water
½ cup apple cider vinegar
3 apples, cut into quarters
1 onion, cut into quarters
½ cup Worcestershire sauce
3 cloves garlic, peeled

Steps:

  • Combine vegetable broth, sea salt, brown sugar, peppercorns, rosemary, sage, and thyme in a large stockpot. Bring to a boil, stirring frequently until salt and sugar dissolve. Remove from heat and let cool to room temperature.
  • Pour the water, broth mixture, and apple cider vinegar into a 5-gallon bucket; stir until brine is combined. Add the apples, onion, Worcestershire sauce, and garlic to the brine mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 105.3 calories, Carbohydrate 22.8 g, Fat 0.9 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 1.8 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 11307.5 mg, Sugar 15.5 g

Ahmad Shah
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This brine is a game-changer for turkey.


Gary Brown
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This brine is the best way to cook a turkey.


Bright Emmanuel
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I've been using this brine for years and it never disappoints.


Absolom Andile
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This brine is a must-try for anyone who loves turkey.


Bra Kobby
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I'm so glad I found this brine. It's made my turkey dinners so much better.


Umar Bhatti
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This brine is a great way to make your turkey the star of the show.


Musamali Brian
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I've used this brine several times and it always turns out great.


Inusah Jaleel
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This brine is a great way to add flavor and moisture to your turkey.


anik yt
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I highly recommend this brine. It's the best way to cook a turkey.


Fasl Badshah
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This brine is a must-try for anyone who loves turkey. It's easy to make and the results are amazing.


Dewan Autar
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I've been using this brine for years and it never disappoints. The turkey is always moist and flavorful, and the skin is always crispy.


Randy Brink
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This is the only turkey brine I use now. It's so easy to make and the results are always perfect.


Bhuwan Pokharel
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I was skeptical at first, but this brine really does make a difference. The turkey was so juicy and flavorful.


Emon Ali
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This brine is a game-changer! My turkey was the best it's ever been, and my guests raved about it.


Baddy Draust
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I've tried many different turkey brines over the years, but this one is by far my favorite. It's easy to make and the results are always amazing.


ponchillo molina
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This is the best turkey brine I've ever used! The turkey was so moist and flavorful, and the skin was perfectly crispy. I will definitely be using this brine again next year.


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