Herb-Brined Turkey Recipe

Recipe By Southern Living

One serving of this juicy and flavor-filled herb-brined turkey will quickly quiet all those who complain that turkey is dry and tasteless. The key to a successful roasted turkey is in the prep work-everything from choosing the right bird, adequate thawing time, a healthy dose of seasoning, and the correct time in the oven, all combine to create a succulent and savory thanksgiving centerpiece that can hold its own alongside the favorite holiday casseroles and side dishes. Before roasting, the turkey rests in an herb turkey brine which imparts extra flavor and moisture, which in turn helps the bird stay moist during cook time.

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11hr 5minstotal
11hr 5m.total
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Ingredients for Herb-Brined Turkey Recipe

  • 1/5 cup Hot water
  • 1/10 cup Kosher salt
  • 1/10 cup Packed light brown sugar
  • 1/10 Large yellow onion, quartered
  • 1/10 Head garlic, halved crosswise
  • 0.30 Lemons, halved
  • 0.30 Bay leaves
  • 1/10 Pkg. fresh sage, torn
  • 1/10 Pkg. rosemary, torn
  • 1 sprig Thyme
  • 0.30 tablespoon Black peppercorns
  • 1/10 Fresh or frozen, thawed whole turkey, with giblets and neck reserved for homemade turkey stock
Nutrition
value
140
calories per serving
8 g Fat2 g Protein16 g Carbs3 g FiberOther

Current Totals

  • Fat
    8g
  • Protein
    2g
  • Carbs
    16g
  • Fiber
    3g

MacroNutrients

  • Carbs
    16g
  • Protein
    2g
  • Fiber
    3g

Fats

  • Fat
    8g

Vitamins & Minerals

  • Calcium
    35mg
  • Iron
    2mg
  • Vitamin A
    137mcg
  • Vitamin B1
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B2
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B3
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B6
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B9
    19mcg
  • Vitamin B12
    < 1mcg
  • Vitamin C
    4mg
  • Vitamin E
    < 1mg
  • Copper
    < 1mcg
  • Magnesium
    22mg
  • Manganese
    < 1mg
  • Phosphorus
    26mg
  • Selenium
    3mcg
  • Zinc
    < 1mg
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. All nutritional information presented are estimates and not meant to substitute professional dietary advice or treatment
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Recipe By Southern Living