Simple Turkey Brine

Name: Simple Turkey Brine
Total time: PTNaNM
Yield: 30 Servings
Ingredients: 💧 1 gallon water; 🧂 2 cups kosher salt; 🍯 1 ½ cups dark brown sugar; 3 large bay leaves; 1 tablespoon whole black peppercorns; 2 ½ teaspoons dried rosemary; 2 ½ teaspoons dried thyme; 12 whole cloves

Cost $8.5, save $15

Source: Recommended by CookPal

1,200 Min
30 Servings
$8.5

Simple Turkey Brine

Cost $8.5, save $15

Source: Recommended by CookPal

1,200 Min
30 Servings
$8.5

INGREDIENTS

Brine Ingredients
- 💧 1 gallon water
- 🧂 2 cups kosher salt
- 🍯 1 ½ cups dark brown sugar
- 3 large bay leaves
- 1 tablespoon whole black peppercorns
- 2 ½ teaspoons dried rosemary
- 2 ½ teaspoons dried thyme
- 12 whole cloves

STEPS

Gather all ingredients.

Bring water to a boil in a large stockpot.

Stir in salt and brown sugar until dissolved; return to a boil.

Add bay leaves, peppercorns, rosemary, thyme, and cloves. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 15 to 20 minutes.

Remove from the heat and let cool completely before using.

Place thawed turkey into a large non-reactive container. Pour in cooled brine.

Pour in enough cool water to cover turkey with liquid. Refrigerate 8 to 12 hours.

Remove turkey from brine and let sit on counter for about 2 hours.

Follow your favorite recipe to cook your turkey.

NUTRIENTS

Per 1 serving

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Calories

0
Protein
11
Carbs
0
Fats

💡 Ensure the turkey is completely thawed before brining.Use a non-reactive container such as plastic or stainless steel to avoid any chemical reactions.The brine can be prepared a day in advance to save time.After brining, thoroughly rinse and pat dry your turkey before cooking to remove excess salt.