TURKEY BRINE WITH BROWN SUGAR

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Brown sugar and two types of salt join a bevy of spices and fresh herbs in this flavorful brine for your Thanksgiving turkey.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Turkey Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 tablespoon mustard seeds
1 tablespoon fennel seeds
1 tablespoon coriander seeds
1 tablespoon black peppercorns
2 bay leaves
1/2 pound kosher salt (1 1/2 cups, plus 2 tablespoons)
2 tablespoons sea salt
1/2 cup light-brown sugar
3 cloves garlic
4 sprigs thyme
4 sprigs parsley
1 fresh turkey (14 pounds), giblets removed and reserved

Steps:

  • Wrap seeds, peppercorns, and bay leaves in a square of cheesecloth; tie with kitchen twine. Bring 2 gallons water, both salts, and brown sugar to a boil in a very large pot, stirring to dissolve. Add bundle, garlic, thyme, and parsley. Let cool completely. Fully submerge turkey, weighting it down with a plate topped with cans if necessary. (In lieu of a large pot, you can use a brining bag.) Refrigerate turkey overnight.

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