Fresh Herb and Citrus Turkey Brine

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This fresh herb and citrus turkey brine infuses roasted turkey with so much flavor and helps keep the meat moist. It’s a must have for me when I’m hosting Thanksgiving. Make this Recipe!

COMBINE

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ADD & BOIL

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ADD COLD WATER

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Fresh Herb and Citrus Turkey Brine

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COMBINE

1. Combine the salt, brown sugar, peppercorns, allspice berries, bay leaves, thyme, sage, rosemary, parsley, garlic, and tangerine peel together in a large stock pot.

ADD & BOIL

2. Add 1 gallon of water. Bring the mixture to a rolling boil, remove from heat.

ADD COLD WATER

3. After removing from heat, steep the mixture for 45 minutes. Then, add 1 gallon of cold water to bring the brine amount up to 2 gallons (2 gallons = 32 cups). This is very important otherwise you will have an incredibly salty turkey.

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