apple turkey brine

Name: Apple Turkey Brine
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 3 quart(s) water; 1 gallon(s) apple juice; 2 cup(s) kosher salt; 1 cup(s) brown sugar; 12 - whole cloves; 2 - cinnamon sticks; 1 tablespoon(s) black peppercorns; 1 tablespoon(s) pink peppercorns; 4 sprig(s) rosemary; 8 sprig(s) thyme; 10 clove(s) garlic; 1 large onion, halved; 2 large oranges, halved

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barbara lentz

beulah, MI

Updated on Nov 10, 2018

Great brine for a flavorful and moist turkey.

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Roasted turkey prepared with an apple turkey brine.

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We are in love with this simple turkey brine. It's one of the best we've ever used. The turkey comes out moist and lightly salted with an underlying sweetness. It has hints of spice, citrus, apple, and herbs that are so expertly balanced you'd swear it was prepared by a 5-star restaurant chef. If you want to try a new outstanding flavor combination this holiday season, we highly recommend this brine recipe.

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Ingredients

3 quarts water
1 gallon apple juice
2 cups kosher salt
1 cup brown sugar
12 - whole cloves
2 - cinnamon sticks
1 tablespoon black peppercorns
1 tablespoon pink peppercorns
4 sprigs rosemary
8 sprigs thyme
10 cloves garlic
1 large onion, halved
2 large oranges, halved

How To Make apple turkey brine

Test Kitchen Tips

Stuff the turkey with some of the brined fruit, herbs, and onion when you roast it for added flavor and moisture. Adding a sliced apple would be great too.

Step 1

In a large pan combine salt, sugar, and 1 quart of water.

Step 2

Bring to a simmer and simmer until salt and sugar is dissolved. Turn off heat and let cool.
Step 3

Add the remaining ingredients to the cooled brine.
Step 4

Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate until cold.
Step 5

Place the turkey in a container large enough to hold the turkey and brine.
Step 6

Pour the cold brine over the turkey.
Step 7

If there is not enough brine to cover the turkey add more water.
Step 8

Cover and brine for 24 hours.
Step 9

Remove the turkey and rinse well.
Step 10

Then dry.
Step 11

Now the turkey is ready to roast.
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