THE BEST BRINED TURKEY
You'll roast the perfect, succulent Thanksgiving Day turkey thanks to our homemade brine made with salt, sugar, cloves and bay leaves.
Categories Entree
Time 21h
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a large stockpot, heat 4 cups of water; sdd sugar and salt. Stir until dissolved. Add 16 cups cold water, cloves and bay leaves (2 cups of ice can be added to make sure water is cold). Stir to combine.
- Urwrap turkey; wash the turkey inside and out. Place breast side down in the stockpot with brine; water will just cover the turkey. Refrigerate 18-24 hours.
- Preheat the oven to 450°F. Take the turkey out of the stock pot; rinse the inside and out with cold water discarding brine. Place the turkey on a roasting rack inside a wide low pan, blotting the turkey with a paper towel. Tuck back the wings and rub the skin of the turkey with the oil. Place a piece of foil just over the breast of the turkey to cover for even roasting. Roast on the lowest rack of the oven for 30 minutes.
- Reduce oven temperature to 350°F. Pour 1 cup of water into the pan and continue to roast for an additional hour.
- Remove the foil from the breast and cook another 15-30 minutes. Insert ovenproof meat thermometer so tip is iin thickest part of inside thigh and does not touch bone. Roast until thermometer reads 165°F and drumsticks move easily when lifted or twisted.
- Let the turkey rest for 20-30 minutes (this is an essential step to allow the juices to redistribute and settle). Serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 490, Carbohydrate 6 g, Cholesterol 275 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 84 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 3760 mg, Sugar 6 g, TransFat 0 g
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[email protected]Followed the recipe and the turkey came out perfect! The meat was juicy and flavorful, and the skin was crispy. Highly recommend!
Nadeemkhan Khan
[email protected]This brined turkey recipe is a winner! The turkey was moist and tender, and the brine gave it a great flavor. I will definitely be making this again.
Shaireen Soma
[email protected]This recipe is a must-try! The brined turkey was cooked to perfection and the brine added a delicious flavor.
Jim Paul
[email protected]I'm so glad I tried this recipe! The turkey was absolutely delicious. The brine added a wonderful flavor and the meat was so tender.
Lite Fundz
[email protected]The turkey was amazing! It was juicy, flavorful, and the skin was crispy. The brine definitely made a difference.
melroy haughton
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! The brined turkey was incredibly moist and flavorful. The brine added a delicious depth of flavor to the meat.
Naomi Babe nene
[email protected]Followed the recipe and the turkey came out perfect! The meat was juicy and flavorful, and the skin was crispy. Highly recommend!
Charlene willie
[email protected]This brined turkey recipe is a winner! The turkey was moist and tender, and the brine gave it a great flavor. I will definitely be making this again.
Arbind Bk
[email protected]This recipe is a must-try! The brined turkey was cooked to perfection and the brine added a delicious flavor.
Jibon Gaming94
[email protected]I'm so glad I tried this recipe! The turkey was absolutely delicious. The brine added a wonderful flavor and the meat was so tender.
rinku robiul
[email protected]The turkey was amazing! It was juicy, flavorful, and the skin was crispy. The brine definitely made a difference.
Siyabonga kubheka
[email protected]This brined turkey recipe is fantastic! The turkey was incredibly moist and flavorful, and the brine added a delicious touch. Will definitely be making this again.
Tanvir Rahman Pial
[email protected]Followed the recipe and the turkey came out perfect! Juicy and flavorful, with a crispy skin. Highly recommend this recipe.
Janet
[email protected]Amazing recipe! The turkey was cooked to perfection and the brine added a wonderful flavor. Will definitely be making this again for my next holiday meal.
Sammi Akter
[email protected]This recipe is a winner! The brined turkey was incredibly moist and flavorful. The brine added a delicious depth of flavor to the meat.
K Sidhu
[email protected]The best brined turkey I've ever had! The meat was so tender and juicy, and the skin was crispy and flavorful. Will definitely be making this again.
Subman64
[email protected]Followed the recipe exactly and the turkey turned out amazing! Juicy, flavorful, and perfectly cooked. Highly recommend!
Meran Halkawt
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! The brined turkey was moist and tender, and the brine gave it a delicious flavor. I will definitely be making this again for Thanksgiving.
Ntobeko Sifiso
[email protected]I've tried many brined turkey recipes, but this one is by far the best. The turkey was perfectly cooked, and the brine added amazing flavor.
Asmit Stha
[email protected]This brined turkey recipe is a game-changer! The turkey came out incredibly juicy and flavorful, with a crispy, golden-brown skin. My family raved about it.