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Our Favorite Turkey Brine

This turkey brine has a deliciously sweet, smoky flavor and results in a perfectly moist turkey!
4.16 from 13 votes
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Course: Main Dishes
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Additional Time: 2 days
Total Time: 2 days 20 minutes
Servings: 10
Calories: 1115kcal

Ingredients

  • 1- Gallon Apple Juice
  • 1- Gallon Apple Cider
  • 3- Tbsp Onion Powder
  • 3- Tbsp Garlic Powder
  • 11- Shakes Liquid Smoke
  • 2- Cups Brown Sugar
  • 1 1/2 - Cups Salt

Instructions

  • In a large pan combine apple juice and apple cider and heat until almost boiling.
  • Mix in Sugar and salt until dissolved.
  • Remove from heat and add in garlic powder, onion powder and liquid smoke. Allow brine to cool completely.
  • Place turkey in a sterile container or large pan, pour brine over the top.
  • Allow to brine for 18-48 hours.

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 1115kcal | Carbohydrates: 235g | Protein: 17g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 55mg | Sodium: 17577mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 216g