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Brined Roast Turkey
Photo: Claudio Schwarz

Brined Roast Turkey

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Brined Roast Turkey

A long soak in a seasoned saltwater brine ensures the turkey will emerge juicy and exceptionally delicious. The salt penetrates deep into the meat, drawing in moisture while adding layers of flavor. Our turkey brine combines aromatic spices and sweet apples with tangy citrus zest and sea salt.

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Estimated Nutrition (whole recipe, rough)

562
Calories
61g
Protein
23g
Fat
28g
Carbs
What these numbers assume — 7 portions →
Ingredient Portion assumed kcal
Turkey 100g cooked 189
Chicken 100g cooked 165
Butter 1 tbsp (14g) 102
Apple 1 medium (182g) 95
Black Pepper 1 tsp ground (2.3g) 6
Thyme 1 tsp dried (1.4g) 4
Parsley 1 tbsp chopped fresh (3.8g) 1

Totals for the whole recipe, adding one typical portion per ingredient — listed above. Quantities in the recipe are not counted, so this is a rough guide only — not suitable for medical or dietary planning.

Ingredients

  • 1 jar (1 lb. 2.2 oz.) turkey brine—apple and spices
  • 1 fresh turkey, 16 to 18 lb, neck, heart and gizzard removed (reserved, if desired)
  • 8 Tbs. (1 stick) unsalted butter, at room temperature
  • 1 Tbs. finely minced fresh thyme
  • 1 Tbs. finely minced fresh flat-leaf parsley
  • 1/2 tsp. freshly ground pepper

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By williamssonoma · Recipe sourced from openrecipes

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