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Alton Brown Turkey Brine and Good Eats Roast Turkey

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Alton Brown's Turkey Brine Recipe Showing Alton leaning on a kitchen counter with a finished roast turkey

If you really want a flavorful roast turkey with juicy white and dark meats it’s going to take a little time…but it’s worth it. Aim to get your fully thawed turkey into the turkey brine 12 hours before cooking.

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