MAPLE-SAGE BRINED TURKEY
When the leaves start turning, it's turkey time at our house. We use maple-sage brine to help brown the bird and make the meat incredibly juicy. -Kim Forni, Laconia, New Hampshire
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 3h10m
Yield 20 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- In a large stockpot, combine first 10 ingredients; bring to a boil. Cook and stir until sugar and salt are dissolved. Remove from heat. Add 4 quarts ice water to cool the brine to room temperature. , Put 1 turkey-size oven roasting bag inside the other; place in a large stockpot. Place turkey in inner bag; pour in cooled brine. Seal bags, pressing out as much air as possible. Refrigerate 18-24 hours., Preheat oven to 350°. Remove turkey from brine; rinse and pat dry. Discard brine. Place turkey on a rack in a shallow roasting pan, breast side up. Tuck wings under turkey; tie drumsticks together. Rub oil over outside of turkey; sprinkle with pepper and, if desired, salt., Roast, uncovered, until a thermometer inserted in thickest part of thigh reads 170°-175°, 2-1/2 to 3 hours. (Cover loosely with foil if turkey browns too quickly.), Remove turkey from oven; tent with foil. Let stand 20 minutes before carving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 384 calories, Fat 18g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 172mg cholesterol, Sodium 168mg sodium, Carbohydrate 0 carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 51g protein.
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Qatil Ghazi
[email protected]I would not recommend this recipe. The turkey was bland and tasteless. I'm very disappointed.
dave3703
[email protected]This recipe was a disaster! The turkey was dry and overcooked. I followed the recipe exactly, so I'm not sure what went wrong.
Millat Islam
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly, but my turkey didn't come out as flavorful as I hoped. I think I might have used too much water in the brine.
Shannon Lagasse
[email protected]This turkey was a little dry for my taste, but the flavor was still good. I think I might try brining the turkey for longer next time.
Leandria Hines
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of turkey, but this recipe changed my mind. The brine and rub were so flavorful, and the turkey was cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again.
Mr. SuavaeTV
[email protected]This turkey was a hit! Everyone loved the flavor and texture. I will definitely be making this again for Thanksgiving.
Ivy Larson
[email protected]This turkey was amazing! The brine and rub were so flavorful, and the turkey was cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again.
Saphira Tapine
[email protected]I would not recommend this recipe. The turkey was bland and tasteless. I'm very disappointed.
brenda1973ful
[email protected]This recipe was a disaster! The turkey was dry and overcooked. I followed the recipe exactly, so I'm not sure what went wrong.
Shayan Shahid
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly, but my turkey didn't come out as flavorful as I hoped. I think I might have used too much water in the brine.
Cloudii Beats
[email protected]This turkey was a little dry for my taste, but the flavor was still good. I think I might try brining the turkey for longer next time.
Scammer MG
[email protected]I was pleasantly surprised by how easy this recipe was to follow. I'm not a very experienced cook, but I was able to make this turkey without any problems. The results were amazing!
Zahid Sykh
[email protected]This turkey was a huge hit with my family. Everyone loved the flavor and texture. I will definitely be making this again for Thanksgiving.
Ethen Patton
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of turkey, but this recipe changed my mind. The brine and rub were so flavorful, and the turkey was cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again.
cring Berry
[email protected]This is the best turkey recipe I've ever tried. The brine and rub are amazing, and the turkey comes out so moist and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again for Thanksgiving.
Linda Chindawande
[email protected]I was a little skeptical about brining the turkey, but I'm so glad I did. It made a huge difference in the flavor and texture of the meat. The turkey was so moist and tender, and the crispy skin was amazing.
Alfred Long
[email protected]This recipe was a hit! The turkey was moist and flavorful, and the maple sage rub was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.
Stano Santos
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly, and the turkey turned out perfectly. It was so juicy and flavorful, and the crispy skin was amazing. My family loved it!
Ricky Goldstein
[email protected]This turkey was absolutely delicious! The brine imparted so much flavor, and the maple sage rub was the perfect complement. The meat was moist and tender, and the skin was crispy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again for Thanksgiving!