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Pioneer Woman Turkey Brine Recipe

Pioneer Woman Turkey Brine Recipe

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Thanksgiving turkey should taste juicy and deeply seasoned. Brining is the secret trusted by home cooks. The Pioneer Woman Turkey Brine Recipe delivers reliable results.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 hours
Total Time 12 hours 20 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 12
Calories 180 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 whole turkey thawed
  • 1 gallon cold water
  • 1 cup kosher salt
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons black peppercorns
  • 3 bay leaves
  • 4 garlic cloves crushed
  • Fresh rosemary sprigs
  • Fresh thyme sprigs
  • 1 orange sliced

Instructions
 

  • Heat two cups water in stockpot.
  • Add salt and sugar.
  • Stir until fully dissolved.
  • Remove pot from heat.
  • Add remaining cold water.
  • Add herbs, spices, garlic, orange.
  • Cool brine completely.
  • Submerge turkey fully.
  • Cover container securely.
  • Refrigerate 12 to 24 hours.
  • Remove turkey from brine.
  • Rinse lightly with cold water.
  • Pat turkey completely dry.
  • Proceed with roasting.

Notes

  • Always cool brine before adding turkey.
  • Use kosher salt only.
  • Never over-brine longer than 24 hours.
  • Keep turkey fully submerged.
  • Dry skin well for crispness.
  • Brine smaller turkeys less time.
Keyword Pioneer Woman Turkey Brine Recipe