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Holiday Turkey Brine

Holiday Turkey Brine

Cost $15.5, save $20

Source: Recommended by CookPal

  • 5 Min
  • 12 Servings
  • $15.5

INGREDIENTS

  • Base

    • 🥛 1 gallon vegetable broth
    • 2 gallons water

  • Seasoning

    • 🧂 1 ½ cups sea salt
    • 🍬 ⅓ cup brown sugar
    • 2 tablespoons black peppercorns
    • 1 tablespoon dried rosemary
    • 1 tablespoon dried sage
    • 1 tablespoon dried thyme

  • Flavor Enhancers

    • ½ cup apple cider vinegar
    • ½ cup Worcestershire sauce

  • Fresh Ingredients

    • 🍎 3 apples, cut into quarters
    • 🧅 1 onion, cut into quarters
    • 🧄 3 cloves garlic, peeled

STEPS

1

Combine vegetable broth, sea salt, brown sugar, peppercorns, rosemary, sage, and thyme in a large stockpot. Bring to a boil, stirring frequently until salt and sugar dissolve. Remove from heat and let cool to room temperature.

2

Pour the water, broth mixture, and apple cider vinegar into a 5-gallon bucket; stir until brine is combined. Add the apples, onion, Worcestershire sauce, and garlic to the brine mixture.

NUTRIENTS

Per 1 serving

🔥

105

Calories

  • 2
    Protein
  • 23
    Carbs
  • 1
    Fats

💡 Brining helps retain moisture and flavor during long cooking periods.Ensure the brine is completely cool before adding your turkey to prevent accidental cooking.Use fresh herbs if possible for enhanced flavor.The recipe yields a large batch of brine, perfect for big holiday gatherings.