Brined Turkey

Ingredients

• 450 g kosher salt
• 100 g sugar
• 3 tbs minced garlic
• 1 tbs black pepper
• 60 ml Worcestershire sauce
• 7.5 l cold water

Directions

1. Brine: Dissolve salt and sugar in water and brine a 12-lb turkey for 4-6 hours.
2. Dry: Rinse, pat dry, and refrigerate uncovered on a wire rack 8-24 hours.
3. Roast (Breast-Down): Brush breast with 2 tbs melted butter. Place turkey breast-side down in a foil-lined V-rack with vent holes. Roast at 400°F for 45 minutes, brushing bottom with 2 tbs butter.
4. Flip & Finish: Flip turkey and return to oven for 50-60 minutes.
5. Check Doneness: Breast 165°F, thigh 175°F.
6. Rest: Let rest 30 minutes before carving.

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