The Perfect Turkey Brine: Unleash the Flavor!

Recipe Details

Cook Time:
30 mins
Total Time:
30 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

Cooking Directions

  1. Gather all ingredients.

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  2. Bring water to a boil in a large stockpot.

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

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

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  5. Remove from the heat and let cool completely before using.

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

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

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

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  9. Follow desired method of cooking your turkey.

Editor’s Note:

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

Nutrition Facts

Full Nutrition Label
Servings Per Recipe30
Calories44
% Daily Value *
Total Fat
0g
0%
Sodium
6081mg
264%
Total Carbohydrate
11g
4%
Dietary Fiber
0g
1%
Total Sugars
11g
Protein
0g
0%
Vitamin C
0mg
0%
Calcium
20mg
2%
Iron
0mg
2%
Potassium
20mg
0%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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