Tacchino arrosto perfetto

Ingredienti

• 13 pound (6 kg) fresh turkey, cleaned * see note
• 4 cloves of garlic (peeled)
• 1/2 cup (100 grams) granulated sugar
• 1 cup salt
• 1 tablespoon whole peppercorns
• 2 bay leaves (fresh or dry)
• 3 sprigs fresh herbs of your choosing
• 8 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
• Salt and pepper

Preparazione

1. 1

   Fill a large stockpot 1/2 full of water. Add the garlic, sugar, salt, peppercorns, bay leaves and herbs. Heat over high heat until it comes to a boil.

2. 2

   Lower the heat and simmer for 5 minutes until the sugar and salt are dissolved. Leave the brine to cool completely.

3. 3

   Fill to 3/4 full of ice water and submerge the turkey completely in the brine. Cover and refrigerate for 24 to 48 hours.

4. 4

   Preheat oven to 325° F/166°C.

5. 5

   Remove the turkey from the brine and dry. Place the turkey in a roasting pan and leave on counter for 1 hour before roasting, this will ensure even and faster cooking.

6. 6

   Brush the skin of the turkey with the melted butter. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. You can also sprinkle with any freshly chopped herbs if you like.

7. 7

   Roast the turkey for 3 hours and 25 minutes or until a thermometer inserted reaches 165°F/74°C.

8. 8

   Remove the turkey from the oven and cover lightly with foil. Allow to rest for at least 30 minutes before slicing.