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Turkey Brine Guide – How to Thaw and Brine a Thanksgiving Turkey
A step‑by‑step guide to selecting, safely thawing, and brining a whole turkey for Thanksgiving. Includes detailed ingredient amounts, equipment list, timing, safety tips, and troubleshooting so you can achieve a juicy, flavorful bird every time.
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Critical Success Points
- • Ensure the brine is completely cold before adding the turkey
- • Fully submerge the turkey and keep it refrigerated during brining
- • Do not use a turkey that has been pre‑injected with a salt solution
Safety Warnings
- • Handle raw turkey with separate cutting board and wash hands thoroughly to avoid cross‑contamination.
- • Keep the brine at 4°C or colder; never let it sit at room temperature.
- • When adding ice, be careful of hot steam and splashing brine.
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