DirectionsStep1Two to three days before roasting, begin thawing the turkey if frozen. To thaw safely, do so in the refrigerator or in a cooler kept at 38oF.Step2You can also make the brine at this time: Combine the vegetable broth, salt, brown sugar, peppercorns, allspice, and candied ginger in a large stockpot. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring occasional…Step3Early on the day of or late the night before you’d like to eat, brine the turkey. Combine the chilled brine and the ice water in a 5-gallon coolerA drink cooler works especially well here.. Place the turkey (giblets and ot…Step4When you’re ready to roast, heat the oven to 500oF. Adjust the oven racks so that the turkey will fit on the lowest rack in the oven.Step5Remove the turkey from the brine, and rinse the inside and out with cold water. Discard the brine.Step6Place the bird on a flat roasting rack on a half-sheet pan or roasting pan and pat very dry with paper towels.Step7Pre-form an aluminum shield (aka turkey triangle) by folding a sheet of heavy duty aluminum foil to form a triangle. Grease lightly with canola oil, then place over the turkey breast so that the point is towards t…Step8Combine the apple, onion, water, and cinnamon stick in a microwave-safe dish and microwave on high for 5 minutes. Add the steeped aromatics (not the water) to the turkey’s cavity, along with the rosemary an…Step9Roast on the lowest level of the oven for 30 minutes. After 30 minutes, open the oven and slide the rack out to access the turkey. Working quickly, insert a probe thermometer into the thickest part of the breast, avoidin…Step10Let the turkey rest, still on the roasting pan and lightly coated with foil for at least 15 minutes longer before transferring to a cutting board and carvingIngredientsIngredients1 Young Turkey (frozen natural, 14- to 16-pound)1 gallonVegetable Broth (packaged, not low-sodium or sodium-free)1 cupKosher Salt½ cupLight Brown Sugar1 tablespoonBlack Peppercorns1 ½ teaspoonsAllspice Berries1 ½ teaspoonsCandied Ginger (chopped)1 gallonHeavily Iced Water1 Red Apple (quartered)½ Yellow Onion (quartered)1 cupWater4 sprigsFresh Rosemary6 leavesFresh Sageadd Canola OilSee moreFrom altonbrown.comRecipeDirectionsIngredientsExplore furtherAlton Brown's Perfect Roast Turkey for Thanksgivingbonappetit.comAlton's Roast Turkey Recipe Alton Brown Food Networkfoodnetwork.comAlton Brown's Good Eats Perfect Roast Turkey Food Networkyoutube.comAlton Brown Shares Turkey Brining Secrets for Thanksgiving …youtube.comI Tried Alton Brown’s Famous Thanksgiving Turkey and Brine …thekitchn.comRecommended to you based on what's popular • Feedback
Alton Brown's Turkey Brine and Roasting Recipe
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WEBOct 26, 2023 · Reduce heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes. 4. Remove the brine from heat and let cool completely. 5. Place the turkey breast in a large bowl or container. …
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WEBOct 26, 2023 · In a large pot or container, combine the water, salt, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, thyme, and bay …
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WEBOct 4, 2023 · Place turkey in oven, neck end first and breast up. Roast turkey until nicely browned, 30–40 minutes. Apply greased foil to turkey …
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WEBOct 26, 2023 · Introduction. Brining is a process of soaking meat in a salt-water solution before cooking. This helps to tenderize the meat and add flavor. Alton Brown’s turkey …
WEBNov 19, 2011 · Discard the brine. Place the bird on roasting rack inside a half sheet pan and pat dry with paper towels. Combine the apple, onion, cinnamon stick, and 1 cup of …
WEBDeselect All. Turkey: 3 1/2 tablespoons kosher salt. 1 1/2 teaspoons rubbed sage. 1 1/2 teaspoons dried thyme. 1 1/4 teaspoons whole black peppercorns
WEBPat the bird dry inside and out with paper towels. Allow the bird to sit at room temperature for at least 1 hour. Combine the apple, onion, cinnamon, and water in a microwave-safe …
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WEBOct 27, 2009 · Step 2. To make the turkey brine: Combine the broth, salt, sugar, peppercorns, allspice, and finger in a large stockpot and bring to a boil over medium …
WEBPreheat the oven to 500 degrees F. Remove the bird from brine and rinse inside and out with cold water. Discard the brine. Place the bird on roasting rack inside a half sheet …
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WEBJan 23, 2024 · 1. Prep And Brine. Refrigerate the turkey in the refrigerator at 38 F, two to three days before roasting the turkey. In a large stockpot over medium-high heat, pour …
WEBStir to dissolve the salt and sugar. Add the ice and stir until the mixture is cool. (There should still be visible pieces of ice in the water.) Gently lower the turkey into the cooler, …
WEBPlace thawed turkey breast side down in brine, cover, and refrigerate or set in cool area, like a cooler with ice, for 6 hours. Half way through brining, turn turkey over once. …
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WEBOct 26, 2023 · Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). In a large bowl, combine the salt, brown sugar, peppercorns, cloves, thyme, sage, and rosemary. Rub the turkey …
WEBMar 4, 2024 · Instructions. Preheat your oven to 425 degrees. Start with a completely defrosted turkey. Make sure the neck and/or giblets have been removed (save for …