THE PERFECTLY JUICY AND MOIST ROASTED TURKEY 🦃 /OLD SCHOOL HERB ROASTED TURKEY/HAPPY THANKSGIVING

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil reduces saturated fat while adding flavor.

whole turkey

🥗Healthier: cornish hens

💰Cheaper: chicken

Cornish hens are smaller and can be more affordable.

Prepare a brine in a clean bucket using a mayonnaise bucket.

Unwrap the turkey and remove any giblets and the neck from inside the cavity.

Wash the turkey thoroughly under cold water, ensuring the inside is clean.

Tuck the wings back to fit the turkey into the brining bucket.

Invert the turkey into the brine solution, ensuring the breast is submerged.

Cover the bucket and refrigerate for about 18 hours, ensuring not to exceed 24 hours for brining.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

Allergens