CHAI TURKEY

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A chai tea mix is the tasty base for this brined turkey. The result is a slightly cinnamon and clove flavor that appeals to all palates. -Amanda Boe, Lakeville, Minnesota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 3h5m

Yield 14-16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

5 quarts plus 1-1/4 cups water, divided
1 carton (32 ounces) chai tea latte concentrate
1 medium orange, quartered, divided
1 turkey (14 to 16 pounds)
2 turkey-size oven roasting bags
1 medium apple, quartered
1/4 cup canola oil
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour

Steps:

For marinade, in a large bowl, combine 5 quarts water, chai tea mix and two orange wedges. Remove giblets from turkey; (discard or save for another use). Place a turkey-size oven roasting bag inside a second roasting bag; add the turkey. Place in a roasting pan. Carefully pour marinade into bag. Squeeze out as much air as possible; seal bags and turn to coat. Refrigerate for 18-24 hours, turning several times., Drain and discard marinade. Place apple and remaining orange wedges in cavity. Rub oil over skin; season with salt and pepper. Skewer turkey openings; tie drumsticks together., Place turkey breast side up on a rack in a roasting pan. Bake, uncovered, at 325° for 2-3/4 to 3-1/4 hours or until a thermometer reads 180°, basting occasionally with pan drippings. (Cover loosely with foil if turkey browns too quickly.) Cover and let stand for 15 minutes before carving. Discard orange and apple slices., Add 1 cup water to the pan, scraping to loosen browned bits. Skim and discard fat; pour drippings into a small saucepan. Combine flour and remaining water until smooth; gradually stir into drippings. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Serve with turkey.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 506 calories, Fat 25g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 214mg cholesterol, Sodium 300mg sodium, Carbohydrate 3g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 63g protein.