Simple Turkey Brine



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Prep Time:
15 mins

Cook Time:
30 mins

Additional Time:
10 hrs

Total Time:
10 hrs 45 mins

Servings:
30

Yield:
1 gallon


Ingredients

  • >1gallonwater
  • >2cupskosher salt
  • >1 ½cupsdark brown sugar
  • >3largebay leaves
  • >1tablespoonwhole black peppercorns
  • >2 ½teaspoonsdried rosemary
  • >2 ½teaspoonsdried thyme
  • >12whole cloves

  • Directions

    Gather all ingredients.

    Bring water to a boil in a large stockpot.

    Stir in salt and brown sugar until dissolved; return to a boil.

    Add bay leaves, peppercorns, rosemary, thyme, and cloves. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 15 to 20 minutes.

    Remove from the heat and let cool completely before using.

    Place thawed turkey into a large non-reactive container. Pour in cooled brine.

    Pour in enough cool water to cover turkey with liquid. Refrigerate 8 to 12 hours.

    Remove turkey from brine and let sit on counter for about 2 hours.

    Follow your favorite recipe to cook your turkey.



    From the Editor

    >The nutrition data for this recipe includes the full amount of the brine ingredients. The actual amount of the brine consumed will vary.

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    Nutrition Facts (per serving)

    44 Calories
    0g Fat
    11g Carbs
    0g Protein

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