"Recipe for The Best Brined Whole Turkey and Great Tips on How to Prepare a Juicy Bird without Fuss...."
INGREDIENTS
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1 (12 pounds) fresh whole turkey, bone-in and skin-on
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1 cup coarse salt
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1 cup sugar
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3 Tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
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1 teaspoon salt, divided
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1 teaspoon ground black pepper, divided
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3 Tablespoons chopped fresh herbs (rosemary, thyme, basil, oregano, and sage if desired)
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2 Tablespoons vegetable oil
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Aromatics (e.g. 1 quartered lemon, 2 sprigs fresh herbs, and 1/2 sliced white onion)
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1-3 cups chicken broth and/or white wine