PLAIN OLD TURKEY BRINE

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Many turkey brines have ingredients that I don't like. This one is very simple and ingredients (like apples, spices, etc) can be added based on your personal tastes. From Eve Felder, associate dean of culinary arts at The Culinary Institute of America as published in "The Providence Journal" on Wednesday, November 14, 2007.

Provided by LadyLaura

Categories     Very Low Carbs

Time P1DT20m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 gallons water, divided
1/2 lb sugar
1/2 lb salt
herbs, and
spices (such as thyme, bay leaves, black peppercorns, cloves, etc)
1/2 gallon ice

Steps:

  • In a large pot, bring 1 gallon water to a boil. Add the sugar, salt and spices, then stir until the salt and sugar dissolve.
  • Add 1 gallon of cold water and the ice. Transfer the brine to a container large enough to contain it and the turkey (I do this with a turkey breast and put it in a small cooler -- Many grocers sell special brining bags for this purpose).
  • Add the turkey to the brine, breast side submerged, close the container and refrigerate overnight.
  • Once brined, remove the turkey from the liquid and drain. Pat the bird dry with paper towels and proceed with roasting as directed by your recipe. Check the internal temperature early, as brined turkeys cook faster than those not brine.
  • Makes enough brine for a 10-pound turkey.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 87.8, Sodium 8816.8, Carbohydrate 22.7, Sugar 22.7

Litonalli Sordar
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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 crispy and golden brown.


Pamela Reginal
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I've tried many turkey brine recipes, but this one is my favorite. It's easy to make and always produces a delicious turkey.


Kennadi
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This brine is a must-try for anyone who wants a moist and flavorful turkey.


Philip Grabowski
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I'm so glad I found this brine recipe. My turkey was the best it's ever been.


Lwane Johanna
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This brine is the secret to a perfect Thanksgiving turkey. It's simple to make and always produces a delicious bird.


Dip
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I've been using this brine recipe for years and it never disappoints. My turkey always turns out moist and flavorful.


Jim Meadows
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This is my go-to turkey brine recipe. It's easy to make and always produces a delicious turkey.


Arsalan Ali
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I used this brine for my Thanksgiving turkey and it was a hit! Everyone raved about how moist and flavorful it was.


Bailey Strawser
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I've tried many turkey brine recipes over the years, but this one is by far the best. It's simple to make and always produces a delicious turkey.


M saqlain Nawaz
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This brine is a game-changer! My turkey has never been so moist and flavorful.


Holmes Don
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I followed the recipe exactly and my turkey turned out perfectly! It was juicy and tender, and the skin was crispy and golden brown.


Eva Padilla
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This is the best turkey brine I've ever used! The turkey was so moist and flavorful. I will definitely be using this recipe again.