Tasty Turkey

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  • Easy
  • Average budget

Ingredients

  • 12-18 lb Turkey
  • Enough water to cover the turkey
  • 1C Kosher or Sea Salt
  • Brining bag
  • Butter

Preparation

Step 1

Boil 1 gallon water and salt , stirring to help dissolve the salt. Remove from heat and let cool.

Step 2

Wash the turkey thoroughly, and remove the innards. Place the turkey in a brining bag and add the salted water. Place the bag in a large stock pot and add more water if needed to ensure the bird is completely covered. Refrigerate overnight.

Step 3

Remove the turkey from the brine and wash it well inside and out. Pat dry. Carefully separate the skin on the breast and insert a pad of butter on each breast. Rub the entire bird with butter, salt, pepper and sage. Bake according to package directions based on weight of bird.

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Check the turkey about 20-30 minutes before the recommended cooking time because brining does shorten the cooking time. Regular table salt can be substituted, but you will need to use 1/2 C instead of a full cup otherwise your turkey will be much too salty.

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