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Turkey Brine

Tara Noland
This amazing maple-flavored Turkey Brine will give you excellent results every time if you are roasting or smoking the bird. It is our favorite and we have used it for years.
5 from 1 vote
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Cuisine American
Servings 1 turkey brine

Ingredients
 

  • 6 quarts water
  • cups Kosher salt
  • cups maple syrup use the good stuff
  • 2 fresh bunches of thyme 2 Tbsp. dry
  • 6 bay leaves
  • 4 large cloves garlic crushed
  • 2-3 Tbsp. black peppercorns
  • 1-15 lb turkey

Instructions
 

  • Place all ingredients except poultry in a large stockpot. Bring to boil and cook until salt dissolves. Remove from heat and allow to cool completely.
  • Once cool, put the poultry in the brine and refrigerate overnight. Turn once if possible.
Nutrition calculation is an estimation only. If you need nutritional calculations for medical reasons, please use a source that you trust.
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