MAPLE BRINED TURKEY

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This recipe is off of the foodnetwork.com site. I have made a maple brined turkey before and it was absolutely delicious. Not sweet, not salty but very moist. Posted this recipe so I wouldn't lose it again!

Provided by wirkwoman1

Categories     Whole Turkey

Time 3h15m

Yield 15-20 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

8 quarts water
2 cups kosher salt
2 cups maple syrup
2 bunches fresh thyme
6 bay leaves
4 large garlic cloves, peeled and crushed
3 tablespoons black peppercorns
1 (20 lb) whole turkey

Steps:

  • Place all the ingredients, except the turkey, in a large pot and bring to a boil, stirring until the salt dissolves. Remove from the heat and let cool.
  • Line a large stockpot with an unscented garbage bag and put the turkey into the pot. Pour the cooled brine over the bird, close and seal the bag, and refrigerate overnight.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Remove the turkey from the brine, dry well, and discard the brine.
  • Roast the turkey as you normally would, approximately 15 minutes a pound. Let stand for 30 minutes before carving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 823.3, Fat 35.6, SaturatedFat 10, Cholesterol 301, Sodium 15398.2, Carbohydrate 29.6, Fiber 0.5, Sugar 25.4, Protein 90.7

Masood Abbas
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Can't wait to try this recipe for my next Thanksgiving dinner.


Rahima Khatun
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Thanks for sharing this amazing recipe.


Nour Queen
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This recipe is a keeper!


Hinemoa-Miria Ranga
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I'll definitely be making this turkey again next year.


Lisa Litaker
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This is the best turkey recipe I've ever tried.


Cynthia Franklin
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. The turkey was a huge hit at our Thanksgiving dinner.


jibril odawaa
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This recipe is a must-try for Thanksgiving. The turkey was so moist and flavorful.


Md Jivon
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Best turkey I've ever had! The maple brine was a game-changer.


Imran King
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This turkey was amazing! The maple brine made it so moist and flavorful. I'll definitely be making this again next year.


Adnan jabbar
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I followed the recipe exactly and the turkey turned out perfectly. It was moist and flavorful, and the maple brine gave it a delicious crust. I'll definitely be making this again.


Khan Amir
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This recipe is a keeper! The turkey was moist and flavorful, and the maple brine added a delicious touch. I'll definitely be making this again.


Md Shoel Rana
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The turkey was a hit at our Thanksgiving dinner! Everyone loved the maple flavor and the meat was cooked perfectly. I'll definitely be using this recipe again.


Lebogang Sethole
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I'm not usually a fan of turkey, but this recipe changed my mind. The maple brine gave the turkey a delicious flavor and the meat was so tender. I'll definitely be making this again.


Yogamaya Khanal
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This turkey was so moist and flavorful! The maple brine really made a difference. I'll definitely be making this again next year.


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