Chef Shellie's Sacred Turkey Brine
Always use brine for a moist, flavorful Turkey!
Ingredients
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8 cups
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water
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2 cups
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kosher salt
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1 cup
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sugar
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2
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bay leaves
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4 sprigs
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thyme
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6 cloves
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garlic
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12
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juniper berries, smashed
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2 gallons
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ice cold water
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Cooking Instructions
Place 8 cups of water in a large pot over medium high heat. Add salt, sugar, herbs, spices and stir.
Bring to a simmer and cook, stirring frequently, until salt and sugar is melted.Remove from heat and cool to room temperature. Add to ice water and stir well to combine.
Place turkey in a large container, such as a cooler or 5 gallon pickle bucket. Pour brine over the turkey to completely cover, using weights to keep turkey submerged.
Cover and brine 12-24 hours, depending on the size of the turkey, approximately 1 1/2 hours per pound.
Drain and rinse turkey very well, inside and out, to remove all remaining brine. Dry and continue preparation process.
Recipe provided by Chef Shellie Kark, Kitchencue
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