Bay and Lemon Brined Turkey – a delicious recipe with turkey, water, sugar, kosher salt, lemons, bay leaves. Easy to follow and perfect for any occasion.
Serves 4
Meat & Poultry
Servings:persons
1
Combine all brine ingredients in a container or pot large enough to hold the turkey.
2
Make sure all the sugar and salt have been fully dissolved.
3
Add the turkey and refrigerate about 6 hours or overnight.
4
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
5
Remove turkey from brine and transfer to a roasting pan with a rack.
6
Stuff turkey with the lemon halves, bay leaves, and cinnamon sticks used in the brine.
7
Cook turkey for about 3 1/2 hours, basting every 40 minutes or so.
8
If any part of the turkey gets too brown towards the end of cooking, shield with pieces of tin foil.
9
When the turkey is done, juices should run clear from the breast and the legs should pull away from the bird easily.
10
Remove from the heat and let rest for 15 to 20 minutes before carving.
441
kcal
Calories
3
g
Fat
116
g
Carbs
11
g
Protein
FatCarbsProtein
* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.
No additional tips available.
No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.
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Frequently Asked Questions
This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.
You need 8 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (12 to 15-pound) turkey, 2 gallons water, 1 cup sugar, 1 cup kosher salt, and more.
Yes, Bay and Lemon Brined Turkey falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.
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