{"id":21075,"date":"2018-11-12T09:36:58","date_gmt":"2018-11-12T17:36:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/nourishedkitchen.com\/?p=21075"},"modified":"2019-07-08T13:53:36","modified_gmt":"2019-07-08T20:53:36","slug":"maple-brined-turkey-recipe","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/nourishedkitchen.com\/maple-brined-turkey-recipe\/","title":{"rendered":"Maple Brined Turkey"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>While brining your Thanksgiving Turkey takes a little extra planning, it's worth it. This <strong>maple turkey brine<\/strong> gives your bird excellent flavor, moist meat, and crispy golden skin. Black and pink pepper, coriander, and orange peel give the brine an extra level of flavor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1500\" fetchpriority=\"high\" src=\"https:\/\/nourishedkitchen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/maple-brined-turkey-post.jpg\" alt=\"Maple-Brined Turkey on Bed of Rosemary Garnished with Pomegranates and Oranges\" data-skip-lazy class=\"wp-image-30476\" srcset=\"https:\/\/nourishedkitchen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/maple-brined-turkey-post.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/nourishedkitchen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/maple-brined-turkey-post-256x320.jpg 256w, https:\/\/nourishedkitchen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/maple-brined-turkey-post-819x1024.jpg 819w, https:\/\/nourishedkitchen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/maple-brined-turkey-post-768x960.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-is-it\">What is it?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>This maple turkey brine is a dry brine recipe, meaning that its salt, sugar, and spices act as a cure. Together they flavor the turkey, tenderize the meat, and help the skin turn crisp and brown.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Dry brining is an effortless approach that consistently produces moist, succulent, and deeply flavorful roast turkeys. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-why-this-recipe-works\">Why this recipe works<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Brining your turkey results in <strong>moist, flavorful meat and crispy skin<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>This recipe works particularly well for <strong>free-range and pasture-raised birds <\/strong>which tend to be flavorful, but a little tough.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>It's easy to do<\/strong> and yields delicious results. So, there's minimal effort for maximum results.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Using maple sugar in this brine, as opposed to maple syrup, produces better results. <strong>Moister meat, crispier skin<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>While you can brine a turkey with white sugar and plain salt, this <strong>maple turkey brine introduces even more flavor<\/strong>. You have notes of citrus, spice, and rosemary.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Dry brines are less work<\/strong> than wet brines which typically require more space. It's no fun trying to find room for a large stockpot stuffed with turkey and filled with cold water in your fridge - especially when you also have to worry about <a href=\"https:\/\/nourishedkitchen.com\/cranberry-compote\/\">cranberry compote<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/nourishedkitchen.com\/sourdough-stuffing-recipe\/\">stuffing<\/a>, and other dishes, too.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-key-ingredients\">Key Ingredients<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Dry brines for poultry contain two primary ingredients: salt and sugar.  In addition, they often contain aromatics, herbs, and spices which give the brine flavor. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For this maple turkey brine, you'll use maple sugar, coarse salt, herbs, spices, and citrus. In combination,<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Maple sugar <\/strong>has a woodsy flavor with notes of toffee and caramel.  It partners particularly well with roasted turkey, citrus, and warming spices.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Coarse sea salt<\/strong> helps to give the bird flavor, and it works in combination with the sugar to brine the bird.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Rosemary<\/strong> gives the maple turkey brine flavor, bringing a vibrant herbal quality with underpinnings of citrus.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Spices<\/strong> include black pepper, pink pepper, and coriander. These spices complement maple and citrus, pulling these two elements of the brine together.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Citrus zest<\/strong> gives this brine recipe a cheerful, vibrant note.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-recipe-tips\">Recipe Tips<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Brining a turkey is easy, but it does take planning. That's because the maple turkey brine needs a few days to penetrate the meat. Beyond that, there are a few tips you'll want to keep in mind.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Plan ahead<\/strong>. You need to brine this turkey about 2 days in advance. That means, defrosting it earlier, and clearing plenty of space in the fridge.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>You need the sugar to balance the salt<\/strong>. You might be tempted to only use salt; however, your bird will be too salty and, ultimately, unpalatable.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Leave the bird uncovered in the fridge<\/strong>. As it brines, the skin dries out a bit. This results in succulent meat, and crispy skin. If you cover the bird, the skin will not crisp as easily.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>When you zest the oranges to make the brine<\/strong>, reserve them to stuff into the bird.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Stuff the bird with aromatics<\/strong>, instead of stuffing. Onions, herbs, and citrus fruits will help flavor the bird from the inside out, and they also prevent the meat from becoming dry.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Allow the bird to rest <\/strong>before you carve it. Resting the turkey will allow the juices to set, resulting in a moist bird.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div id=\"recipe\"><\/div><div id=\"wprm-recipe-container-21522\" class=\"wprm-recipe-container\" data-recipe-id=\"21522\" data-servings=\"6\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe wprm-recipe-template-nk-recipe-buttons\"><div class=\"wprm-container-float-right\">\n\t\n\t<div class=\"wprm-spacer\" style=\"height: 5px;\"><\/div>\n\n\t\n\t\n\n\t<style>#wprm-recipe-user-rating-0 .wprm-rating-star.wprm-rating-star-full svg * { fill: #343434; }#wprm-recipe-user-rating-0 .wprm-rating-star.wprm-rating-star-33 svg * { fill: url(#wprm-recipe-user-rating-0-33); }#wprm-recipe-user-rating-0 .wprm-rating-star.wprm-rating-star-50 svg * { fill: url(#wprm-recipe-user-rating-0-50); }#wprm-recipe-user-rating-0 .wprm-rating-star.wprm-rating-star-66 svg * { fill: url(#wprm-recipe-user-rating-0-66); }linearGradient#wprm-recipe-user-rating-0-33 stop { stop-color: #343434; }linearGradient#wprm-recipe-user-rating-0-50 stop { 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data-recipe=\"21522\" aria-label=\"Adjust recipe servings\">6<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-servings-unit wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-block-text-normal\">to 8 people<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n\n\n<\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wprm-recipe-name wprm-block-text-normal\">Maple Brined Turkey Recipe<\/h2>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-summary wprm-block-text-italic\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Maple brine, coriander, citrus, and rosemary create a rich, flavorful turkey with moist meat and golden, crispy skin.<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-spacer\" style=\"height: 5px;\"><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wprm-spacer\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-meta-container wprm-recipe-times-container wprm-recipe-details-container wprm-recipe-details-container-table wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-table-borders-top-bottom wprm-recipe-table-borders-inside\" style=\"border-width: 1px;border-style: solid;border-color: #777777;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-table 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wprm-block-text-normal wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none\" style=\"\">Ingredients<\/h3><div class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-group\"><h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-ingredient-group-name wprm-block-text-normal\">For the Dry Brine<\/h4><ul class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients\"><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"1\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">\u00bd<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cup<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">coarse sea salt<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"2\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">\u00bc<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cup<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">maple sugar<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"3\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">2<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tablespoons<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">ground black pepper<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"4\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tablespoon<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">coarsely ground pink peppercorns<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"5\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tablespoon<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">ground coriander<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"6\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">2<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tablespoons<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">finely grated orange zest<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"7\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">2<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tablespoons<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">lemon zest<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"8\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">2<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tablespoons<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">chopped fresh rosemary<\/span><\/li><\/ul><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-group\"><h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-ingredient-group-name wprm-block-text-normal\">For the Roasting Pan<\/h4><ul class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients\"><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"19\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">(12-14 lb)<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">turkey<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">(giblets removed)<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"26\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">2<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tablespoons<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">extra virgin olive oil<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"20\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">2<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">yellow onions<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">(quartered)<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"21\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">orange<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">(halved)<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"22\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">2<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">lemons<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">(halved)<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"23\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cup<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">chopped fresh sage<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">(loosely packed)<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"24\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">3<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">sprigs<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">chopped fresh rosemary<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"25\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">5<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">sprigs<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">fresh thyme leaves<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"27\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">\u00bd<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cup<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">water<\/span><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div id=\"recipe-21522-instructions\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions-container wprm-recipe-21522-instructions-container wprm-block-text-normal\" data-recipe=\"21522\"><h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-instructions-header wprm-block-text-normal wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none\" style=\"\">Instructions<\/h3><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\"><h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-instruction-group-name wprm-block-text-bold\">Brine the bird (48 hours in advance).<\/h4><ul class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\"><li id=\"wprm-recipe-21522-step-0-0\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Mix all the ingredients for the dry brine together in a small mixing bowl.<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-21522-step-0-1\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Remove the neck and giblets from the turkey, and reserve them for the gravy. Gently loosen the skin of the bird's breast and legs with a butter knife, and gently rub the dry brine between the skin and the meat of the bird. Rub the remaining dry brine on the outside of the bird, and inside its cavity.<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-21522-step-0-2\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Set the bird on a rimmed baking tray that is small enough to fit in your refrigerator. Refrigerate, uncovered, for at least 24 and up to 48 hours.<\/span><\/div><\/li><\/ul><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\"><h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-instruction-group-name wprm-block-text-bold\">Roast the bird.<\/h4><ul class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\"><li id=\"wprm-recipe-21522-step-1-0\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Heat the oven to 500 F.<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-21522-step-1-1\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Brush the bird with a little olive oil, and then arrange the bird in a roasting pan, and stuff its cavity with onions, oranges, lemons, sage, rosemary, and thyme. Arrange any remaining lemons, oranges, or herbs around the bird. Pour in the water.<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-21522-step-1-2\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Tent the bird loosely with aluminum foil, and then turn down the heat to 425 F, place it in the oven, and roast for 45 minutes.<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-21522-step-1-3\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Remove the foil, turn down the heat to 325F and roast it until it reaches an internal temperature of 165 F, about 1 \u00bd hours longer.<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-21522-step-1-4\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\"><span style=\"display: block;\">When the bird reaches an internal temperature of 165 F, remove it from the oven and let it rest for 30 minutes before carving.<\/span><\/div><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-call-to-action wprm-call-to-action-simple\" style=\"color: #333333;margin: 0px;padding-top: 10px;padding-bottom: 10px;\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-icon wprm-call-to-action-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" xmlns:xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\" x=\"0px\" y=\"0px\" width=\"16px\" height=\"16px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><g  transform=\"translate(0, 0)\"><polygon fill=\"none\" stroke=\"#333333\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"square\" stroke-miterlimit=\"10\" points=\"12,2.6 15,9 21.4,9 16.7,13.9 18.6,21.4 12,17.6 5.4,21.4 7.3,13.9 2.6,9 9,9 \" stroke-linejoin=\"miter\"\/><\/g><\/svg><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-call-to-action-text-container\"><span class=\"wprm-call-to-action-header\" style=\"color: #333333;\">Tried this recipe?<\/span><span class=\"wprm-call-to-action-text\">Please consider <a href=\"#\" style=\"color: #5e5e5e\" role=\"button\" class=\"wprm-cta-rating-modal\" data-modal-uid=\"user-rating\" data-recipe=\"21522\">Leaving a Review<\/a>!<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wprm-spacer\"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-style-feast-feature-wrapper\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-variations-substitutions\">Variations + Substitutions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Substitute maple syrup for the maple sugar<\/strong>. Maple syrup is a little less expensive and a little more accessible than maple sugar. You can substitute maple syrup in equal portions to maple sugar; however, the turkey's skin may not crisp as easily and the brine may not penetrate as deeply.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Substitute brown sugar in place of maple sugar<\/strong>. It's a more affordable option, and you'll still have a rich flavor, moist turkey, and crisp skin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Kosher salt <\/strong>works as a fine replacement for coarse sea salt if that's what you prefer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Skip the pink peppercorns <\/strong>and add more black pepper. If you can't find pink peppercorns, which have a slightly sweet and deeply aromatic flavor, you can always use more black pepper.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Ancho chile<\/strong> added to the brine in place of pepper works beautifully.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Crushed bay leaves<\/strong> are also delicious when you add them to the dry brine or the roasting pan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can also use this maple turkey brine recipe on <strong>larger or smaller birds<\/strong>. But, you'll need to make adjustments to roasting times.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-style-feast-feature-wrapper\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-other-thanksgiving-recipes-you-ll-love\">Other Thanksgiving Recipes You'll Love<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class='feast-category-index  feast-recipe-index'><ul class=\"fsri-list feast-grid-half feast-desktop-grid-fourth\"><li class=\"listing-item\"><a href=\"https:\/\/nourishedkitchen.com\/slow-roast-turkey\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"360\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/nourishedkitchen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/slow-roasted-turkey-recipe-2-360x480.jpg\" class=\"feast_3x4_thumbnail fsri-image wp-post-image\" alt=\"thanksgiving turkey with rosemary and apples\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" aria-hidden=\"true\" srcset=\"https:\/\/nourishedkitchen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/slow-roasted-turkey-recipe-2-360x480.jpg 360w, https:\/\/nourishedkitchen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/slow-roasted-turkey-recipe-2-180x240.jpg 180w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 360px) 100vw, 360px\" \/><div class=\"fsri-title\">Slow-Roasted Turkey<\/div><\/a><\/li><li class=\"listing-item\"><a href=\"https:\/\/nourishedkitchen.com\/mandarin-cranberry-relish\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"360\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/nourishedkitchen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/cranberry-relish-post-360x480.jpg\" class=\"feast_3x4_thumbnail fsri-image wp-post-image\" alt=\"close up of thanksgiving cranberry relish\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" aria-hidden=\"true\" srcset=\"https:\/\/nourishedkitchen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/cranberry-relish-post-360x480.jpg 360w, https:\/\/nourishedkitchen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/cranberry-relish-post-720x960.jpg 720w, https:\/\/nourishedkitchen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/cranberry-relish-post-180x240.jpg 180w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 360px) 100vw, 360px\" \/><div class=\"fsri-title\">Cranberry Relish<\/div><\/a><\/li><li class=\"listing-item\"><a href=\"https:\/\/nourishedkitchen.com\/radicchio-salad\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"360\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/nourishedkitchen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/radicchio-salad-featured-360x480.jpg\" class=\"feast_3x4_thumbnail fsri-image wp-post-image\" alt=\"radicchio salad\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" aria-hidden=\"true\" srcset=\"https:\/\/nourishedkitchen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/radicchio-salad-featured-360x480.jpg 360w, https:\/\/nourishedkitchen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/radicchio-salad-featured-720x960.jpg 720w, https:\/\/nourishedkitchen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/radicchio-salad-featured-180x240.jpg 180w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 360px) 100vw, 360px\" \/><div class=\"fsri-title\">Radicchio Salad<\/div><\/a><\/li><li class=\"listing-item\"><a href=\"https:\/\/nourishedkitchen.com\/pumpkin-custard-recipe\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"360\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/nourishedkitchen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/pumpkin-custard-featured-360x480.jpg\" class=\"feast_3x4_thumbnail fsri-image wp-post-image\" alt=\"three small bowls of pumpkin custard\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" aria-hidden=\"true\" srcset=\"https:\/\/nourishedkitchen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/pumpkin-custard-featured-360x480.jpg 360w, https:\/\/nourishedkitchen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/pumpkin-custard-featured-720x960.jpg 720w, https:\/\/nourishedkitchen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/pumpkin-custard-featured-180x240.jpg 180w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 360px) 100vw, 360px\" \/><div class=\"fsri-title\">Pumpkin Custard<\/div><\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-recipe-questions\">Recipe Questions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1668381253538\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">How long should you brine a turkey?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">You should dry-brine a turkey about 2 days in advance.  If you brine it too long, it will taste cured similar to bacon or corned beef.  And if you brine it for too short a time, the brine won't have time to fully penetrate the turkey.  That means less flavor.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1668381407986\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Should I rinse my turkey after I brine it?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">No, the maple brine helps give the turkey flavor. Just pat the turkey dry to remove excess moisture and roast following your recipe's directions.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1668381581190\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Can I slow-roast a dry-brined bird?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes, you can make a <a href=\"https:\/\/nourishedkitchen.com\/slow-roast-turkey\/\">slow-roasted turkey<\/a> from a brined bird.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1668381651207\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">How do I know when my turkey is done?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Turkey is safe to eat when it reaches an internal temperature of 165 F. You should check both the thigh at the thickest point and the breast.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1668381949334\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Why do I need to rest my roasted turkey?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Allowing a roasted turkey to rest before carving it allows the juices to set, meaning moister meat. Plus this gives you plenty of time to prepare last-minute dishes and set the table.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1668382050674\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Can I make it ahead?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">You can make the maple turkey brine up to 6 months in advance. Store it in a tightly sealed glass jar at room temperature away from direct light and heat. The brine is also delicious on roasted chicken.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>While brining your Thanksgiving Turkey takes a little extra planning, it's worth it. This maple turkey brine gives your bird excellent flavor, moist meat, and crispy golden skin. Black and pink pepper, coriander, and orange peel give the brine an extra level of flavor. What is it? 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This maple turkey brine gives your bird excellent flavor, moist meat, and crispy golden skin. Black and pink pepper, coriander, and orange peel give the brine an extra level of flavor. What is it? This maple turkey brine is a dry brine recipe, meaning that its salt, sugar, and spices act as a cure. Together they flavor the turkey, tenderize the meat, and help the skin turn crisp and brown. Dry brining is an effortless approach that consistently produces moist, succulent, and deeply flavorful roast turkeys. 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