Roasted Turkey Recipe Brine. Reynolds to hold your turkey in the brine and then put into roasting pan for stability and then put in the refrigerator to soak in all the good flavor. Tent with aluminum foil and let rest for 20 minutes before carving.
I usually don t brine but decided the morning of thanksgiving to give it a try and used the quick method doubling the salt and sugar and letting it sit in the refrigerator for 4 hours and it resulted in the most moist and flavorful turkey i ve ever made. When draining brine put turkey in a strainer and cut bag drain liquid then lift bag out and drain bird. The turkey is refrigerated in the brine overnight or up to 24 hours.
After it has brined for at least 12 hours remove the turkey and pat it dry.
A large cooler is necessary for the brining but you ll also use it to thaw your turkey if it s frozen. Use a fresh or completely thawed turkey. A large cooler is necessary for the brining but you ll also use it to thaw your turkey if it s frozen. Baste the turkey once every hour with 1 2 to 3 4 cup chicken or turkey stock.
