The Perfect Brined Turkey
INGREDIENTS
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1 thawed turkey
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For the Brine
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16 cups of cold water
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1 cup of kosher salt
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1 cup of brown sugar
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5 black tea bags
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2 limes
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1 bunch of fresh mint
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For the Basting Sauce
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1/2 cup olive oil
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2 cups chicken or turkey stock
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1/3 cup honey
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juice of one lime (bringing the total lime count to 3)
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For the Rub
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3 TBSPs Mrs. Dash (original)
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1 1/2 TBSPs black pepper
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3 TBSPs dried rosemary (or sage)
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For Roasting
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Fresh Rosemary Sprigs
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Reserved limes from brine & basting sauce
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2 whole leeks
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