Roasted Brined Turkey With Cider Gravy Recipe

Name: Roasted Brined Turkey With Cider Gravy
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 cups cold water; 2 cups apple cider; 1/2 cup salt; 1/2 cup sugar; 4 McCormick GourmetTM Bay Leaves, Turkish; 1 turkey breast, fresh or frozen, thawed (5 to 6 pounds); 1/2 cup (1 stick) butter, slightly softened; 1 teaspoon McCormick GourmetTM Thyme; 1 teaspoon McCormick GourmetTM Rosemary, Crushed; 1 teaspoon McCormick GourmetTM Sage, Rubbed Dalmatian; 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) butter; 6 tablespoons flour; 1 teaspoon McCormick GourmetTM Thyme; 1 teaspoon McCormick GourmetTM Rosemary, Crushed; 1 teaspoon McCormick GourmetTM Sage, Rubbed Dalmatian; 1/2 teaspoon McCormick GourmetTM Black Pepper, Coarse Ground; 2 cups Kitchen Basics(R) Original Turkey Stock Substitutions; 1 cup apple cider

Servings: persons

8 cups cold water
2 cups apple cider
1/2 cup salt
1/2 cup sugar
4 McCormick GourmetTM Bay Leaves, Turkish
1 turkey breast, fresh or frozen, thawed (5 to 6 pounds)
1/2 cup (1 stick) butter, slightly softened
1 teaspoon McCormick GourmetTM Thyme
1 teaspoon McCormick GourmetTM Rosemary, Crushed
1 teaspoon McCormick GourmetTM Sage, Rubbed Dalmatian
1/4 cup (1/2 stick) butter
6 tablespoons flour
1 teaspoon McCormick GourmetTM Thyme
1 teaspoon McCormick GourmetTM Rosemary, Crushed
1 teaspoon McCormick GourmetTM Sage, Rubbed Dalmatian
1/2 teaspoon McCormick GourmetTM Black Pepper, Coarse Ground
2 cups Kitchen Basics(R) Original Turkey Stock Substitutions
1 cup apple cider

1
For the Brined Turkey, mix water, apple cider, salt, sugar and bay leaves in 6-quart container or tall stockpot. Stir until salt and sugar are dissolved. Place turkey breast in brine. if necessary, place a plate on top of turkey to keep it submerged. Refrigerate 12 to 24 hours.
2
Preheat oven to 325u00b0F. Remove turkey from brine. Discard remaining brine. Rinse turkey under cool running water. Pat dry. Place turkey on rack in foil-lined roasting pan.
3
Mix butter, thyme, rosemary and sage in small bowl until well blended. Rub 1/2 of the mixture under skin of turkey. Rub remaining mixture over entire surface of turkey. Cover loosely with foil.
4
Roast 1 hour. Remove foil. Roast 1 to 1 1/2 hours longer or until internal temperature reaches 165u00b0F, basting occasionally with pan juices. Remove turkey from oven. Cover loosely with foil. Let stand 15 minutes.
5
Meanwhile, for the Cider Gravy, melt butter in medium saucepan on medium heat. Add flour and seasonings; cook and stir 1 to 2 minutes or until golden brown. Gradually whisk in stock and cider. Bring to boil. Reduce heat to low; simmer 5 minutes or until thickened. Serve turkey with gravy.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 cups cold water, 2 cups apple cider, 1/2 cup salt, 1/2 cup sugar, and more.

Yes, Roasted Brined Turkey With Cider Gravy 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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Roasted Brined Turkey With Cider Gravy

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