Good Eats Roast Turkey
At a Glance
- Total
- 15 hrs 20 min
- Servings
- 16 servings
Categories
- Main Course
- American
- Roasting
Servings & Nutrition
Original recipe serves 16. Current scale: 1x.
Nutrition is approximate based on the ingredient list. Please verify for dietary or medical needs.
A whole young turkey brined with kosher salt and light brown sugar, then roasted for a classic turkey main dish.
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Ingredients
- 1 (16 lb) frozen young turkey
- 1 cup kosher salt
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar
Instructions
Thaw the frozen turkey completely if needed.
Combine kosher salt and light brown sugar with enough water to make a brine.
Submerge the turkey in the brine and refrigerate until ready to roast.
Remove the turkey from the brine and pat dry.
Roast the turkey until fully cooked and the thickest part reaches a safe internal temperature.
Rest the turkey before carving and serving.
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