Our friend Phil sent us some beautiful pictures of his Thanksgiving Heritage Turkey and we knew we had to share them with the world. Check out his brine recipe below to make a delicious bird of your own!
Enjoy!
2 bay leaves
1 bunch fresh thyme
1 bulb garlic , cloves separated
5 whole allspice, crushed
4 whole juniper berries, crushed
2 quarts buttermilk
water to cover
juice of 2 oranges
2 tablesppons of orange zest
1/2 cup kosher salt for each gallon of water
1/2 cup of brown sugar
1/2 cup of plain sugar
Brined for about 12 hours.
