The Best Turkey Brine: Our Secret Recipe
Discover the secret to an unforgettable Thanksgiving turkey—our signature brine, infused with the richness of apple cider. This time-honored recipe brings out the tenderness and deep, autumnal flavors that will make your holiday feast truly extraordinary.
The Best Turkey Brine: Our Secret Recipe
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Servings
2 - 6
Prep Time
48 hours
Ingredients
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Turkey Breast or Leg
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Apple Cider 2L
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Kosher Salt ¾cups
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Fresh Sage ¼ bunch
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Fresh Thyme 1/8 bunch
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Bay Leaves 4
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Cold water 2L
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Garlic Cloves 3 smashed
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Lemon cut into ¼’s
Directions
Combine in a pot on the stovetop, 1L of apple cider and all the dry ingredients
Bring to a boil all the dry ingredients and then simmer for 5 minutes until the salt is dissolved. Allow the mixture to cool completely, then add the remaining apple cider and cold water
Add all the remaining ingredients
Place the turkey in the bucket with the brine for 2 full days, then allow the turkey to dry over night before cooking
Now that your turkey is brined, feel free to look at our other recipes to either smoke or oven fry
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