Peppered Maple and Thyme Turkey Brine

Peppered Maple and Thyme Turkey Brine

Our easy-to-prepare brine recipe will help ensure you end up with a deliciously moist and flavor-packed turkey.

Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
2 hrs 30 mins
Total Time:
2 hrs 45 mins
Yield:
10 servings
Servings:
10

Ingredients

  • 2 gallons cold water
  • ½ cup Better Than Bouillon® Roasted Chicken Base
  • 1 cup maple syrup
  • 2 tablespoons black pepper
  • ½ tablespoon granulated garlic
  • 2 tablespoons fresh thyme

Directions

Step 1
In the vessel that you will marinate the turkey in, combine all ingredients and mix well with a wire whisk, being sure that the chicken base is completely blended.

Step 2
Carefully place raw turkey or poultry into this vessel, being sure that the entire bird is covered with the brine.

Step 3
Cover vessel and place under proper refrigeration for 24 to 48 hours.

Step 4
When ready to cook the turkey, carefully remove it from the brine and rinse under cold water and pat dry with a paper towel.

Step 5
Your turkey is now ready to cook, as you normally would do.

Tips

You can substitute 1 tablespoon dried thyme for 2 tablespoons fresh.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

87
Calories
1g
Fat
27g
Carbs
3g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 10
Calories 87
% Daily Value *
Total Fat1g 2%
Sodium1658mg 72%
Total Carbohydrate27g 10%
Dietary Fiber0g 1%
Total Sugars19g
Protein3g
Vitamin C1mg 6%
Calcium52mg 4%
Iron1mg 4%
Potassium96mg 2%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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