Dollywood Parks and Resorts offers turkey brine recipe

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Dollywood Parks and Resorts is providing a recipe on how to make a turkey brine for those who are stretched thin during the holiday season.

Below is the recipe:

Holiday Turkey Brine

Ingredients:

· 3 cups apple cider

· 2 gallons cold water

· 4 tablespoons fresh rosemary

· 5 cloves garlic

· 1 ½ cups kosher salt

· 1 tablespoon allspice berries

· 3 tablespoons black peppercorns

· 3 large oranges, cut into wedges

Instructions:

1. Make the Brine: In a large pot, combine all ingredients and bring to a boil, stirring until the salt dissolves. Turn off the heat, cover, and let the brine cool completely.

2. Brine the Turkey: Place the uncooked turkey in a large brining bag or pot. Pour the cooled brine over the turkey, ensuring it’s fully submerged. Refrigerate for 16 to 24 hours.

3. Rinse the Turkey: Remove the turkey from the brine and discard the brine. Submerge the turkey in a pot or sink filled with fresh, cold water for 15 minutes to remove excess salt.

4. Prepare for Roasting: Remove the turkey from the water, pat dry thoroughly with paper towels, and cook according to your preferred roasting method.