APPLE TURKEY BRINE

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We are in love with this simple turkey brine. It's one of the best we've ever used. The turkey comes out moist and lightly salted with an underlying sweetness. It has hints of spice, citrus, apple, and herbs that are so expertly balanced you'd swear it was prepared by a 5-star restaurant chef. If you want to try a new outstanding...

Provided by barbara lentz

Categories     Marinades

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 qt water
1 gal apple juice
2 c kosher salt
1 c brown sugar
12 whole cloves
2 cinnamon sticks
1 Tbsp black peppercorns
1 Tbsp pink peppercorns
4 sprig(s) rosemary
8 sprig(s) thyme
10 clove garlic
1 large onion, halved
2 large oranges, halved

Steps:

  • 1. In a large pan combine salt, sugar, and 1 quart of water.
  • 2. Bring to a simmer and simmer until salt and sugar is dissolved. Turn off heat and let cool.
  • 3. Add the remaining ingredients to the cooled brine.
  • 4. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate until cold.
  • 5. Place the turkey in a container large enough to hold the turkey and brine.
  • 6. Pour the cold brine over the turkey.
  • 7. If there is not enough brine to cover the turkey add more water.
  • 8. Cover and brine for 24 hours.
  • 9. Remove the turkey and rinse well.
  • 10. Then dry.
  • 11. Now the turkey is ready to roast.

Parbalal Bhandari
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This brine is amazing! My turkey was the best it's ever been.


Sibabalwe Jason
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I highly recommend this brine recipe. It's the best I've ever used.


S A RiFaT
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This brine is a must-try for anyone who loves turkey. It's so easy to make and the results are incredible.


bijay bhattarai
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I'm a turkey-cooking novice, but this brine recipe made me feel like a pro. The turkey was perfect.


MASUD RANA CHOWDHURY
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This brine is amazing! I've never had a turkey so moist and flavorful.


Maryam Zahra
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I'm so glad I found this brine recipe. It's the best I've ever used.


Bijoy Khan
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This brine is a lifesaver! My turkey was so dry and tasteless before I started using it. Now, my turkey is always moist and delicious.


Fatema Islam
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I've made this turkey brine several times and it's always a hit. The turkey is always moist and flavorful.


Jekya Boxley
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This is the best turkey brine recipe I've ever tried. It's so easy to make and the turkey always comes out perfect.


Wandiswa Zipho
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I'm not usually a fan of turkey, but this recipe changed my mind. The turkey was so moist and flavorful, I couldn't get enough of it.


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


Kundi Khan
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I've been using this brine recipe for years and it never disappoints. The turkey always comes out perfect.


MARYVIN VUGUTSA
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My family loved this turkey! It was so moist and flavorful.


Numan Chaudhary
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This is the best turkey brine recipe I've ever used. The turkey was incredibly juicy and flavorful.


Mr shahzaib
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I was a little skeptical about using apple cider in a turkey brine, but I'm so glad I tried it. The turkey was so moist and tender, and the apple cider gave it a really nice flavor.


pagl Pagl
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This brine is amazing! My turkey was the best it's ever been.


EDWARD TOGBAH
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I've tried a lot of different turkey brines, but this one is definitely my favorite. It's easy to make and always produces a perfectly juicy and flavorful turkey.


Samuel Stephen
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This apple turkey brine is a game-changer! The turkey came out so moist and flavorful, and the apple cider and spices gave it a delicious sweet and savory taste.