TERRIFIC TURKEY BRINE

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I came up with this recipe after trying several brines and taking the best from them all. Try it and taste the difference. It makes enough for a 9 to 12 pound turkey.

Provided by HEINZWORTH

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 gallon distilled water
1 (750 milliliter) bottle white wine
1 ½ cups salt
2 orange, quartered
2 tablespoons dried rosemary

Steps:

  • Line a large stockpot with a large food safe bag. Pour the water, wine, and salt into the bag; stir until the salt is completely dissolved. Squeeze the orange quarters into the liquid and then drop them into the pot. Add the rosemary and give a final stir.
  • To use, carefully lower a thawed turkey into the brine and tie the bag to seal; store in refrigerator at least 5 hours before cooking.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 79.4 calories, Carbohydrate 3 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 0.1 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 17518.9 mg, Sugar 0.9 g

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