ROASTED BRINED TURKEY WITH CIDER GRAVY

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Yield Serves 10

Number Of Ingredients 18

8 cups cold water
2 cups apple cider
1/2 cup salt
1/2 cup sugar
4 McCormick Gourmet™ Bay Leaves, Turkish
1 turkey breast, fresh or frozen, thawed (5 to 6 pounds)
1/2 cup (1 stick) butter, slightly softened
1 teaspoon McCormick Gourmet™ Thyme
1 teaspoon McCormick Gourmet™ Rosemary, Crushed
1 teaspoon McCormick Gourmet™ Sage, Rubbed Dalmatian
1/4 cup (1/2 stick) butter
6 tablespoons flour
1 teaspoon McCormick Gourmet™ Thyme
1 teaspoon McCormick Gourmet™ Rosemary, Crushed
1 teaspoon McCormick Gourmet™ Sage, Rubbed Dalmatian
1/2 teaspoon McCormick Gourmet™ Black Pepper, Coarse Ground
2 cups Kitchen Basics® Original Turkey Stock Substitutions
1 cup apple cider

Steps:

  • For the Brined Turkey, mix water, apple cider, salt, sugar and bay leaves in 6-quart container or tall stockpot. Stir until salt and sugar are dissolved. Place turkey breast in brine. if necessary, place a plate on top of turkey to keep it submerged. Refrigerate 12 to 24 hours.
  • Preheat oven to 325°F. Remove turkey from brine. Discard remaining brine. Rinse turkey under cool running water. Pat dry. Place turkey on rack in foil-lined roasting pan.
  • Mix butter, thyme, rosemary and sage in small bowl until well blended. Rub 1/2 of the mixture under skin of turkey. Rub remaining mixture over entire surface of turkey. Cover loosely with foil.
  • Roast 1 hour. Remove foil. Roast 1 to 1 1/2 hours longer or until internal temperature reaches 165°F, basting occasionally with pan juices. Remove turkey from oven. Cover loosely with foil. Let stand 15 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, for the Cider Gravy, melt butter in medium saucepan on medium heat. Add flour and seasonings; cook and stir 1 to 2 minutes or until golden brown. Gradually whisk in stock and cider. Bring to boil. Reduce heat to low; simmer 5 minutes or until thickened. Serve turkey with gravy.

M Kashif Malik
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This is my go-to recipe for roasted turkey. It's always a hit with my family and friends.


Vusi Malahlela
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The turkey was delicious! The meat was moist and the skin was crispy. The gravy was also very good.


Hemanta Thapa
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This recipe was a disaster! The turkey was dry and overcooked, and the gravy was lumpy. I would not recommend this recipe to anyone.


Shehxad Ahmad khan
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Overall, this was a good recipe. The turkey was moist and flavorful, but the gravy was a bit bland.


anthony madu
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I've made this recipe several times and it always turns out great! The turkey is always moist and flavorful, and the gravy is to die for. I highly recommend this recipe.


Zara Clampett
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The turkey was a little overcooked, but the gravy was amazing.


jeeban ghale
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This was my first time making a roasted brined turkey and it turned out perfectly! The turkey was moist and flavorful, and the gravy was delicious. I'm so glad I tried this recipe.


Lupez Simlpe
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Not a fan of the cider gravy, but the turkey itself was great.


Ashley Zarco
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This recipe was easy to follow and the turkey turned out amazing! The meat was moist and flavorful, and the skin was crispy. The gravy was also delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


unicorn neish
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The turkey was a little dry, but the gravy was delicious. I think I'll try brining the turkey for longer next time.


Emilio Govea
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A bit too salty for my taste, but overall a good recipe.


khokon miah khokon miah
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I followed the recipe exactly and the turkey turned out perfectly. The brining process really made a difference in the flavor and texture of the meat. Will definitely be making this again!


M Airtza
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Amazing recipe! The turkey was incredibly juicy and the gravy was rich and flavorful. Highly recommend!


Naluwalo Teddy
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This roasted brined turkey was a huge hit at my Thanksgiving dinner! The meat was so moist and flavorful, and the cider gravy was the perfect complement. I'll definitely be making this again next year.