Brine-Cured Roast Turkey
INGREDIENTS
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3 gallons water, divided
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1 1/2 cups sugar
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1 cup kosher salt
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2 carrots, chopped
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2 large onions, chopped
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2 leeks, dark tops trimmed off, chopped
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1 small stalk celery, chopped
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4 bay leaves
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2 tablespoons black peppercorns
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2 tablespoons coriander seeds
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1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper
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1/2 teaspoon fennel seeds
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4 star anise
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5-6 sprigs fresh thyme
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1 12- to 14-pound naturally fed, free-range turkey
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1 large sprig rosemary for basting
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3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil for basting
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