What Temp To Cook A Brined Turkey. The turkey is done when the thigh meat reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees f 75 degrees c. Place in large basin cooler or other container.
Cover and refrigerate 8 to 12 hours. It involves placing the raw bird in a solution of water salt and seasonings. Until 155 degrees is reached in the inner thigh.
Trussing a turkey closes the cavity by either sewing the skin over the stuffing or sealing it altogether with skewers.
I ve found that brined turkeys tend to cook a little more quickly than un brined turkeys so i recommend starting to check the internal temperature of your turkey about an hour before the predicted cooking time is over. To minimize cleanup line a 5 gallon container with a large brining or oven roasting bag. Trussing a turkey closes the cavity by either sewing the skin over the stuffing or sealing it altogether with skewers. Once your turkey registers at least 165 f in the breast meat and thighs then it s done.
