Ingredients
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1 gallon vegetable broth
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1 ½ cups sea salt
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⅓ cup brown sugar
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2 tablespoons black peppercorns
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1 tablespoon dried rosemary
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1 tablespoon dried sage
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1 tablespoon dried thyme
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2 gallons water
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½ cup apple cider vinegar
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3 apples, cut into quarters
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1 onion, cut into quarters
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½ cup Worcestershire sauce
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3 cloves garlic, peeled
Directions
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Combine vegetable broth, sea salt, brown sugar, peppercorns, rosemary, sage, and thyme in a large stockpot. Bring to a boil, stirring frequently until salt and sugar dissolve. Remove from heat and let cool to room temperature.
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Pour the water, broth mixture, and apple cider vinegar into a 5-gallon bucket; stir until brine is combined. Add the apples, onion, Worcestershire sauce, and garlic to the brine mixture.
Cook's Notes:
Crushed peppercorns can be substituted for whole, if desired.
Fresh rosemary, sage, and thyme can be substituted for dried.
To brine the turkey:
Wash and dry the turkey; remove the innards. Place the turkey, breast down, into the brine making sure that the cavity gets filled. Seal the brining container; brine for 12 to 24 hours. Remove the turkey. Carefully drain off excess brine; pat dry. Discard excess brine. Cook as desired.
You should always roast your turkey to the recommended internal temperature, as ovens and cooking times will vary.
Editor's Notes:
Always brine foods in a food-grade, nonreactive container such as a stainless steel or enameled stockpot, a brining bag, or a food-grade plastic bucket.
Nutrition data for this recipe includes the full amount of brine ingredients. The actual amount of brine consumed will vary.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
| 105 | Calories |
| 1g | Fat |
| 23g | Carbs |
| 2g | Protein |
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Servings Per Recipe 12 | |
| Calories 105 | |
| % Daily Value * | |
| Total Fat 1g | 1% |
| Saturated Fat 0g | 1% |
| Sodium 11308mg | 492% |
| Total Carbohydrate 23g | 8% |
| Dietary Fiber 3g | 11% |
| Total Sugars 16g | |
| Protein 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin C 5mg | 6% |
| Calcium 92mg | 7% |
| Iron 127mg | 708% |
| Potassium 284mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
