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Citrus-Scented Brined Turkey Recipe

Author: Taste of Home's Holiday & Celebrations Cookbook

Nutrition

Cal/Serving: 923
Daily Value: 46%
Servings: 12

Low-Carb
Dairy-Free
Fat41g63%
Saturated11g56%
Trans0g0%
Carbs31g10%
Fiber1g5%
Sugars27g0%
Protein101g203%
Cholesterol334mg111%
Sodium4727mg197%
Calcium121mg12%
Magnesium126mg32%
Potassium1517mg43%
Iron8mg44%
Zinc11mg73%
Vitamin A117IU2%
Vitamin C10mg16%
Thiamin (B1)0mg22%
Riboflavin (B2)1mg46%
Niacin (B3)20mg102%
Vitamin B62mg104%
Folic Acid (B9)47µg12%
Vitamin B122µg33%
Vitamin D0µg0%
Vitamin E2mg10%
Vitamin K17µg22%
Fatty acids, total monounsaturated15g0%
Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated10g0%
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INGREDIENTS

  • 11 g arlic cloves, peeled
  • 6 cups unsweetened apple juice
  • 1 cup kosher salt
  • 3/4 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1/3 cup soy sauce
  • 3 tablespoons minced fresh gingerroot
  • 4 bay leaves
  • 6 cups cold water
  • 1 turkey (12 to 14 pounds)
  • 1 medium lemon, cut into wedges
  • 1 medium orange, cut into wedges
  • 1 medium onion, cut into wedges
  • 4 sprigs fresh thyme
  • 1 tablespoon canola oil

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Servings 12 servings