JEFF'S TURKEY BRINE

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This is an experimental turkey brine. Normally brine for 12 to 24 hours, then season (with a simple dry rub) for another 12 to 24 hours. Then cook your turkey the best you know how (deep-fried is preferred).

Provided by jeffreyj05

Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 1

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1 quart vegetable broth
1 quart water
½ cup salt
½ cup ground black pepper
½ cup white sugar
½ cup garlic powder
½ cup dried thyme
½ cup dried rosemary
10 pounds ice cubes, or as needed

Steps:

Stir vegetable broth, water, salt, pepper, sugar, garlic powder, thyme, and rosemary together in a saucepan over medium heat; bring to a boil. Cook, stirring regularly, until the salt and sugar are dissolved, about 5 minutes. Cool completely.
Mix brine and ice together in a large container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1079.4 calories, Carbohydrate 242.5 g, Fat 11.7 g, Fiber 42.3 g, Protein 25.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 2074.7 mg, Sugar 129 g