Apple-Brined Turkey
""Brining introduces flavor that penetrates to the bone," says chef Ken Oringer. "And, because brining adds moisture, the turkey can handle high heat."..."
INGREDIENTS
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3 cups apple juice
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1 green apple, quartered
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1/2 navel orange
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2 tablespoons coriander seeds
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2 tablespoons fennel seeds
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4 tarragon sprigs
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1 medium bunch of thyme
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2 garlic cloves, crushed
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2 tablespoons Old Bay seasoning
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8 sage leaves
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1 tablespoon whole allspice berries
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2 whole cloves
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1 tablespoon whole black peppercorns
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2 cups light brown sugar
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1 cup kosher salt
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One 15-pound turkey, legs and breast separated (see Note)
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6 sticks unsalted butter (1 1/2 pounds), at room temperature
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3 tablespoons chopped thyme
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3 tablespoons chopped parsley
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2 tablespoons chopped chives
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2 tablespoons chopped sage
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Salt
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Freshly ground pepper
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