A Brine is a solution of Water, Salt and Sugar. There are a ton of recipes out there for fantastic brines. But we love Laura Levy's recipe-- it's not only simple but it's bursting with flavor. Happy Thanksgiving!
Thanksgiving Turkey Brine
Brine:
- 2 cup Kosher salt
- 1/2 cup brown sugar (sugar in the raw)
- ½ cup maple syrup
- 1 pint – apple juice
- 4 oz soy sauce
- 3 TBSP cracked black peppercorns
- 1 TBSP, chopped garlic
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 1 tsp fennel seed
- 10 cups ice
Combine all ingredients, except ice in 4 qt. sauce pan. Bring to a boil and turn off. Add ice and let thoroughly cool in the refrigerator. Submerge turkey in brine – in well-sealed container. Allow to soak in brine for 8-12 hours.
Alternate simple brine:
- 1 cup Kosher salt
- 1 cup sugar
- 3 TBSP cracked black pepper
Pour salt, sugar and pepper into 1 gallon of water. Stir until totally dissolved. Using a turkey brine bag or strong garbage bag – place turkey in bag and pour brine over it so it is completely submerged. Place in refrigerator and allow to soak for 24 hours.
Basting recipe:
- ¼ butter
- ½ cup maple syrup
Melt butting in maple syrup over low heat. Once turkey has been the oven for at least 10-15 minutes, slowly pour butter/syrup over the bird and spread with a basting brush. Baste about every 30 minutes to get a beautiful glaze on the bird.
See Also:
-10 Tips for Cooking Turkey
-Leftover Ideas for Turkey
-Brining 101
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