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Brine turkey epicurious. Web ingredients makes 10 servings 2 cups diamond crystal kosher salt 1 1/2 cups sugar 6 medium carrots, coarsely chopped 2 large onions, coarsely chopped 25 stalks celery (from 2 bunches), coarsely. Web you have two ways to go here: Combine all the seasonings together.

Stir until salt and sugar dissolve. Mix salt and pepper in a small bowl and sprinkle it evenly in turkey cavities and all over skin. While turkey cooks, place reserved turkey neck, heart and gizzard into large saucepan.

Place each garlic head on a square of foil, drizzle with olive oil, and wrap the foil to seal. Put 1/2 cup of the vegetable mixture inside the neck cavity and 1/2 cup inside the chest cavity of the turkey. Web ingredients makes 8 servings for the brine:

Rub ½ cup on the legs and 1 cup on the breast. Bring 6 1/2 quarts water to boil in large pot. Add peel, tea bags, and 6 rosemary sprigs to water.

Let cool to room temperature. While the turkey cooks, preheat oven to 375 degrees f. Fold neck skin under body and, if desired, secure with metal skewer, then tuck wing tips.

If you’re currently without a cooler, an. In a large stockpot, heat 1 quart of cider, the salt, and all of the herbs and spices over medium heat, stirring until the salt has dissolved. Trim any excess fat and skin from the turkey.