Citrus and Herb Turkey Brine
A citrus-and-herb brine for a whole turkey.
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Ingredients
- 1 whole turkey, 12- to 14-lb.; neck and giblets removed
- 2 gal water, divided
- 4 dried bay leaves
- 1 orange, cut into rounds
- 1 tbsp black peppercorns
- 1 cup kosher salt
- 6 cloves garlic, smashed
- 4 sprigs fresh rosemary
- 1 tsp allspice berries, optional
- 4 sprigs fresh sage
- 1 lemon, cut into rounds
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar, 110 g.; packed
Steps
Turkey: 2 versions
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