Brined Whole Turkey Breast Recipe Recipe

Name: Brined Whole Turkey Breast Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 whl turkey breast - (5 to 6 lbs); 1 Tbsp. butter melted; 2/3 c. kosher salt; 1/2 c. honey; 10 whl allspice crushed; 1/4 c. coarsely-minced peeled fresh ginger; 4 x garlic cloves bruised with the side of a knife; 4 whl cloves; 2 x bay leaves; 1 x cinnamon stick

Servings: persons

1 whl turkey breast - (5 to 6 lbs)
1 Tbsp. butter melted
2/3 c. kosher salt
1/2 c. honey
10 whl allspice crushed
1/4 c. coarsely-minced peeled fresh ginger
4 x garlic cloves bruised with the side of a knife
4 whl cloves
2 x bay leaves
1 x cinnamon stick

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To prepare The Brine: In a large, 8-qt stockpot, dissolve the salt in 2 c. of very warm water.
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Add in the rest of the brine ingredients and stir to combine.
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Cold to room temperature.
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Rinse the turkey breast under cool water, drain, and place the turkey in the brine.
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Surround it with about 6 c. of ice cubes.
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Add in sufficient water to totally cover the turkey breast by at least 1/2 inch.
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Carefully stir the brine one last time.
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Cover and chill 12 hrs or possibly overnight.
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Remove the turkey breast from the pot and throw away the brine.
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Pat turkey dry with paper towels.
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Place the turkey, skin-side up, in a roasting pan set in a disposable aluminum pan.
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Brush the skin with the melted butter.
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Grill over Indirect Medium heat till the skin is golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 170 degrees, about 1 1/2 hrs.
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Transfer the turkey breast to a cutting board and let it rest for 15 min before carving into thin slices.
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This recipe yields 6 servings.
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Comments: This tasty number is just the ticket for a smaller crowd, or possibly to supplement the menu for a large one.

386

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Carbs

Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 whl turkey breast - (5 to 6 lbs), 1 Tbsp. butter melted, 2/3 c. kosher salt, 1/2 c. honey, and more.

Yes, Brined Whole Turkey Breast Recipe 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.

Brined Whole Turkey Breast Recipe

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