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Best Turkey Brine Recipe for Juicy, Flavor-Packed Results

Best Turkey Brine Recipe

This turkey brine will elevate your holiday feasts with flavor-packed results, ensuring your turkey is juicy and tender.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup kosher salt
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1 gallon water
  • 1 tablespoon black peppercorns
  • 5 cloves garlic, smashed
  • 1 tablespoon allspice berries
  • 1 tablespoon dried rosemary
  • 1 tablespoon dried thyme

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, combine water, salt, and sugar. Heat over medium until salt and sugar dissolve.
  2. Add peppercorns, garlic, allspice, rosemary, and thyme. Remove from heat and let cool.
  3. Once cooled, submerge the turkey in the brine solution. Refrigerate for at least 12 hours.
  4. Remove turkey from brine, rinse with cold water, and pat dry before cooking.

Notes

  • Always taste your brine for seasoning; adjust to preference.
  • For a touch of citrus, add citrus peels to the brine.

Nutrition

Keywords: Turkey, Brine, Recipe, Juicy, Flavor-Packed