Cranberry Turkey Brine
A sweet and tangy brine infused with cranberries and citrus for a festive turkey.
Ingredients
- 1 gallon water
- 1 cup kosher salt
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 2 cups fresh cranberries
- 2 oranges sliced
- 1 tablespoon dried thyme
- 1 tablespoon black peppercorns
- 2 bay leaves
Instructions
- In a large pot, combine water, kosher salt, and brown sugar. Heat over medium heat until dissolved.
- Add cranberries, orange slices, dried thyme, black peppercorns, and bay leaves. Stir well.
- Let the brine cool completely.
- Submerge the turkey in the brine and refrigerate for 12-24 hours.
- Rinse turkey thoroughly before cooking.
Notes
Nutrition Information (per serving):
- Calories: 40
- Sodium: 250mg
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Protein: 0g