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thanksgiving turkey and dressing

A Texas Thanksgiving Menu

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Ingredients

Turkey

  • 18 - 20 lb Turkey

Brine

  • 1 gallon water
  • 1 gallon Apple Cider
  • 20 oz Kikkoman Soy Sauce
  • 4 sliced jalapenos
  • 1 C Kosher Salt
  • 2 C brown sugar
  • 1/2 C freshly ground black peppercorns
  • 1/4 Oregano

Instructions

  • Thaw the turkey according to the recommendations on your turkey
  • Pour all your ingredients into your brining bucket and stir until the sugar and salt are dissolved.
  • Remove the giblets and neck from the turkey
  • Submerge the turkey into your brine and cover with a lid
  • Refrigerate for 24 to 30 hours
  • Remove from the brine, pat dry and cook
Author: Rachel