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Apple and Herb Turkey Brine + Step-by-Step Tutorial on How to Brine a Turkey

Amber Brady
January 26, 2018
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Our favorite Apple and Herb Turkey Brine with step-by-step photos on how to brine and cook a turkey to juicy perfection, just in time for Thanksgiving!

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Brine:
1 turkey (up to 12 or 14 lbs, anything bigger than that tastes gamey; if you need more meat, opt for an additional turkey breast or second turkey)
1 gallon chicken broth
1/2 gallon apple juice or cider
1/2 cup brown sugar
1 cup kosher salt
1 sprig rosemary
2 or 3 sprigs thyme
1 Tbsp whole peppercorns
5 garlic cloves ( smashed )
ICE ( consider buying a 10lb bag or two )
Ingredients for Roasting:
1 to 2 Tbsp olive oil
2 Tbsp fresh rosemary ( chopped )
2 Tbsp fresh thyme ( chopped )
1 apple ( cut in chunks or thick slices )
1 onion ( cut in chunks or thick slices )

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Nutritions

Calories
150

Sodium
9094mg
378% DV

Fat
2g
3% DV

Protein
2g
4% DV

Carbs
30g
10% DV

Fiber
5g
20% DV
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