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| Brined and Roasted Turkey Recipe courtesy Emeril Lagasse, 2001 Show: Emeril Live Episode: Emeril's Turkey Treasures Overall User Rating:  |
A delicious moist turkey
12/31/2005 at 12:48pm
User: Anne from Severna Park, MD User Rating:
This is by far the most flavorful turkey I have ever made. Wonderful!
BEST EVER
12/30/2006 at 09:35pm
User: Dianna from ALLEN, TX User Rating:
This was an excellent turkey. A picky little boy told me that it was the best turkey he ever had!
Great Turkey
12/30/2004 at 03:55pm
User: COREY from Annapolis, MD User Rating:
Even thought it may seem like a lot of work, this recipe never fails and I have now passed it down to 10-12 people. Best turkey in the world!!!!!
Best Turkey Ever!!
12/28/2007 at 06:53pm
User: Gwen from Gainesville, GA User Rating:
My husband and I tried Emeril's recipe this Thanksgiving and it was the best, most moist turkey ever. We have been frying our turkey for a couple of years and decided to give this a try for a change. Boy are we glad we did. More moist than frying! Our family members raved over this turkey! It was so easy to do. Thanks, Emeril
Very juicy
12/28/2006 at 08:04pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
This was the first time I ever made a turkey and it was a huge hit! It was so juicy and flavorfull. It's a keeper!
Excellent recipe
12/28/2005 at 04:40pm
User: JEANNE from Encino, CA User Rating:
I brined a chicken last year and loved it. I was so happy with this brined turkey recipe. Everybody loved it. The flavor was wonderful.
Pretty Good But Really Very Overrated
12/27/2004 at 04:37pm
User: DAN from Tulsa, OK User Rating:
My Mom's old stand-by turkey and giblet/bread stuffing is always excellent, but occasionally a little on the dry side. We decided to make our Christmas (or Kwanza or Hanukkah) Turkey this past weekend using this recipe, just to try something a little different. The resulting turkey was moist, but flavor of the turkey meat wasn't all that much different. The problem was that we ended up with about 3 gallons of liquid in our roasting pan, likely due to the effect of the basting broth liquids coupled with the juice from the oranges + carrots + celery + onions that were stuffed in the bird. Thus, while the meat was moister, there was so much juice left over, that the typical turkey drippings gravy that we normally make after the bird is done was kind of not possible to make. We ended up with some thickened kind of turkey broth soup with a fruity orange abckground flavor instead of typical turkey drippings style gravy. It was all edible and was not a bad deal overall, just really a bit overrated at 5 stars by the other voters here. In spite of these comments, it is true that Emeril has taught us some excellent cooking ideas on his two popular shows.
MOISTEST TURKEY EVER
12/26/2006 at 10:55am
User: Shelli from Doylestown, PA User Rating:
This turkey was the best I've ever prepared. The brine was easy to prepare. I used a roasting oven and it couldn't have been better. Everybody couldn't get over how moist it was. Thanks, Emeril!!
the BEST turkey ever!!!
12/26/2004 at 03:30pm
User: SARAH from Flowery Branch, GA User Rating:
Can't believe how FABULOUS this turkey is! I have to admit, I didn't do the complete recipe, just brined the turkey, stuffed it w/onions, oranges and rosemary, rubbed butter and seasoning on it, and roasted it without basting...and it was unbelievable! Even my turkey soup that I made with the leftovers was amazing, not the usual bland stuff...I will never do turkey another way, ever!!
A HIT !!!!
12/25/2004 at 04:06pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I doubled this recipe for a 20 pound bird and every piece of meat from it was savory.
the best turkey
12/24/2006 at 12:55pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
This is they best turkey I have ever prepared. Even the deepest part of the breast was full of flavor and juice!
the best!
12/24/2006 at 10:15am
User: tanya from rancho mirage, CA User Rating:
I had never cooked a turkey before this one. Last year I followed this recipe and stunned my family! My husband said it was the most delicious and moist turkey he ever tasted. Even my three picky children devoured it. I told my friend about this recipe who was cooking turkey for the first time and said her family loved it...and it was easy. I'll be making this turkey again this year for Christmas; with confidence!
It stole the show!!
12/24/2005 at 11:33am
User: Nichole from Springfield, MO User Rating:
Had a big holiday dinner party and everyone LOVED it. 10 people told me this was the best turkey they had ever had. It was a lot of work but for a special occasion or holiday meal it was well worth it. I'm cooking it again today!
Tender & Juicy!!!
12/24/2004 at 09:47pm
User: MICHAEL from Marietta, GA User Rating:
Follow this recipe and you'll want to have turkey many times a year.
Christmas Turkey Recipe
12/23/2004 at 11:01am
User: MICHAEL from Washington , DC User Rating:
The Brine makes all the difference. Easy and Simple but Fantastic Juicy Turkey is what results
Emeril's Brine
12/22/2006 at 10:09pm
User: Anita from Freeport, IL User Rating:
Never brined before watching the food network last holiday season. I tried this recipe last Christmas and my family loved it so I plan adding this to our traditions. The aromatic citrus and herbs in this recipe are absolutely wonderful.
Help!!!
12/22/2006 at 06:34pm
User: Constance from Portland, OR User Rating:
I made this turkey a couple of years ago and LOVED IT!. But I had quite a few guest disappointed by no stuffing. My turn to cook again and want to use this recipe. Does anyone know if you can stuff a brined turkey? Would it end up to muchy from all the liquid?
The Best Turkey I Ever Made
12/22/2005 at 03:35pm
User: Dena from Providence, RI User Rating:
Just want to let you know I never do the cooking in my house. Usually my husband does it but I saw how delisious the turkey looked on tv and wanted to try it and my husband would not make it for me so I made it myself. Oh my goodnesss, even my husband who does not like white meat ate the whole breast. I was upset because usually I eat the left over white meat for leftovers but this year there was none! I hope you enjoy this turkey as much as I did. The only problem I had was turning the bird over after the first hour of cooking it in the oven it was heavy and hot and a little skin peeled off and at that point I was unsure of how it was going to come out but to my amazement it was DELICIOUS!!!!!1
Confused
12/22/2005 at 12:31pm
User: Kimberly from Greensboro, NC User Rating:
At the beginning of the recipe it talks about ingredients for the brine. Then in directions you don't use the all ingredients listed in the brine. It should be more clear. Do you use the orange, thyme and stock for the brine? Please review and let me know if you can.
Perfect!!
12/22/2004 at 08:32pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I used this recipe the first time I had ever cooked a turkey by myself and it turned out perfect!! The turkey was moist and incredibly delicious and the gravy was so easy. I've told everyone who is hesitant to cook a turkey to get this recipe.
3 years running
12/21/2005 at 04:50pm
User: Tamara from Apple Valley, CA User Rating:
This by far is the best turkey recipe I have ever used. Anyone who uses this recipe and doesn't get the most delicious turkey they have ever had every time either does not know how to follow a recipe or is not using the ingredients that the recipe calls for. I have been told by EVERY PERSON THAT EATS IT (no lie) that this is the most delicious turkey they have ever had- EVERY TIME I MAKE IT. Perfect recipe! KUDOS!!
The only way to go!
12/21/2005 at 02:43pm
User: CATE from Chandler, AZ User Rating:
This is a simple brine recipe that makes a world of difference in the turkey. The turkey is very moist and tastes great. Served this for a big family Thanksgiving dinner. Everybody raved about the turkey and several people asked for the recipe. Some were worried the brine would affect the taste--not to worry--it's just a great turkey!!
Great Brine!!!
12/20/2006 at 01:48am
User: Jeannette from Eldred, NY User Rating:
I do not like turkey. I used this brine with a FRESH turkey and stuffed it and it was the tastiest, juciest turkey, even I enjoyed it.
THIS IS DA BOMB BAM TURKEY
12/19/2006 at 11:04am
User: JENNIFER from MENIFEE, CA User Rating:
I did a smaller dinner and used turkey breast instead of a whole, just to test it out. Oh my goodness, it was so good and so moist my family wanted more. But don't take my word for it try it yourself and see. And even if you don't, you ain't hurtin' my feelins, we tried it an love it now my friends are cooking it for their families for Christmas dinner so this recipie has gone from california to Main with just my friends and family. But seriously, you gotta tri it. It's Da Bomb!
Best Turkey EVER!
12/18/2005 at 08:35pm
User: ALISA from Seattle, WA User Rating:
I used the brine recipe and method and it produced the most succulent and flavorful turkey EVER! I followed the brine recipe exactly, then put an herb butter (softened butter, garlic, sage, rosemary) underneath the breast skin and a little rubbed on the outside. My mom, who has been the long standing ruler of the Thanksgiving turkey preparation, was skeptical of me soaking the bird in brine, but the result turned the entire family into believers of the brine. Fantastic, this IS the new standard for our family.
changed the face of my Thanksgivings forever!
12/18/2005 at 04:47pm
User: eric from manorville, NY User Rating:
While I have always loved Thanksgiving, eating the turkey was always a dicey situation. either the meat was too dry or it wold be underdone in an effort to keep it moist.Brining the turkey, changed all that...a perfect turkey moist and delicious. I will never cook a turkey any other way.
Absolutely Incredible
12/17/2007 at 05:27pm
User: Chrissy from Ewa Beach, HI User Rating:
My dad and my brother were the ones that told me that a brined turkey is the way to go and suggested this recipe. My husband and I had never made our own turkey before and were very nervous. Although this recipe was alot of work...it was definitely worth it. This was hands down one of the best turkeys we have ever had! We couldn't believe how beautiful it looked when we took it out, and it was sooo juicy and flavorful! Thanks Emeril for the wonderful recipe, we are actually looking forward to making our next turkey instead of fearing it!
Fantastic!
12/17/2005 at 06:30am
User: BETTY from Jupiter, FL User Rating:
This is the ONLY way to cook a turkey! It is terrific! Tasty, moist and delicious. You can't miss
Awesome!!
12/17/2004 at 08:53pm
User: PAMELA from middletown, NY User Rating:
I roasted my first turkey (believe it or not) for the holiday this year. I altered Emeril's recipe somewhat (added poultry seasoning, white wine and olive oil instead of butter to the brine & omitted the oranges.) I let the bird (12 pounder) soak in the fridge for 2 days, turning each morning & evening when I came in from work. Also, was reluctant to put in oven "bare" so I opted for a Reynolds Oven Bag instead. It was the ABSOLUTE best turkey I have ever had in my life..all of my guests raved! They couldn't believe I had never made a turkey before. Even more moist than my husbands fried turkey. This roasted turkey went BEFORE the super moist fried turkey he makes!! I LOVE you Emeril...thanks!
Beast Turkey Ever
12/16/2006 at 11:45am
User: Shannon from Pelham, AL User Rating:
This Brine made my first Turkey great. The Christmas Party has made it back to my house this year and yes, I will take the time to do the Brining process again.
Magnificent
12/16/2004 at 01:11pm
User: SANDRA from Bangor, ME User Rating:
I made this recipe with a fresh turkey for Thanksgiving. It was without a doubt the best turkey my guests and I have ever had. It was incredibly easy and there was no need to even season the skin. I stuffed mine with a bread stuffing and poured some olive oil over the top. Wonderful! I also didn't have oranges so I just used some orange juice. I will never prepare turkey any other way!!!
Delicious turkey!
12/16/2004 at 12:25pm
User: MALI from Iowa City, IA User Rating:
I found this recipe to result in a moist, juicy turkey 2 years in a row! My mother won't let me make the turkey any other way. It was easy to follow, it didn't require any ingredients that were hard to obtain, and it works even for a larger bird. Thanks Emeril!
BEST TURKEY I EVER HAD
12/15/2006 at 03:22pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
THIS WAS EXTREMELY EASY AND THE TURKEY WAS VERY MOIST AND DELICIOUS. THANKS EMERIL
Would not change a thing!
12/14/2004 at 11:04am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I live in Belgium and treated my new family to their first Thanksgiving this year! For all that do not know it Belgium is called 'The Stomach of Europe' that is because the food is so very good here.. Anyway! Everyone at my table was very impressed with this turkey and the gravy also! They even said, "Well I know that Zoe could cook... but, NOT like that!" Thanks Emeril for helping me bring America over the Ocean to my new Family! Zoe in Belgium
The Best
12/12/2005 at 12:19pm
User: Kathy from Eugene, OR User Rating:
Normally Emeril's recipes are a little more complex then I am comfortable with but tried this for Thanksgiving and had rave reviews from all my dinner quests. Was easy to do and created the moistest turkey we had ever had.
BEST TURKEY WE EVER HAD
12/11/2005 at 11:58am
User: Robert from divernon, IL User Rating:
THIS IS A GOOD WAY TO COOK YOUR TURKEY AFTER YOU DO IT ONCE IT GETS EASER AND DONT BE SCARED LOTS OF SALT. IT TURNS OUT GREAT
Excelent
12/11/2005 at 03:03am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
This taste so good I will make it again. Thank you
Well received by all
12/10/2006 at 01:42pm
User: Wendy from Jacksonville, FL User Rating:
For years, our turkeys have been rated as good with sarcastic comments from family of "keep trying" being told to the chef. This year being my first year making the entire Thanksgiving dinner on my own, I wanted to make an impression - this recipe made it happen! The entire turkey was eaten in 2 days and we are still remembering it fondly! I can't wait to try my hand at another round of cooking with this turkey recipe.
very good
12/10/2004 at 06:06pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
very good
Not impressed
12/07/2005 at 08:21pm
User: C J from Philadelphia, PA User Rating:
Maybe I expected more. But the turkey was almost flavorless and my birds have been moister basting and cooking with the breast side down.
Amazing
12/06/2007 at 08:20pm
User: Lisa from Killeen, TX User Rating:
My older sister introduced this recipe for Thanksgiving one year. I fell in love with it. I have never had such a moist flavorfull turkey in my life. I have been looking for this recipe again so I could make it for Christmas. I highly recommend this recipe.
Brined and Roasted Turkey
12/04/2005 at 11:51pm
User: HENRY from Las Vegas, NV User Rating:
Best Turkey ever!!!!!!!!!!!!! Fr. Henry Liguori Las Vegas, NV
The Best
12/04/2005 at 11:48pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I am usually not a turkey fan, but this called out my name for seconds. It incredibly tender.
Picture Perfect
12/04/2005 at 08:52pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
My turkey looked like a magazine cover! Very juicy, had great flavor, blew my husband away and even the white meat was moist. I had some trouble with the gravy, but that could just be me. When I remake this, I'll probably alter the gravy, but other than that its worth all the extra work!
THANKSGIVING
12/04/2005 at 04:54pm
User: Deanna from Banning, CA User Rating:
THE BEST TURKEY MY FAMILY HAS EVER TASTED AND THE JUICEST. THANK YOU EMERIAL FOR THE RECIEPE.
Thanksgiving Turkey Favorite
12/04/2005 at 09:30am
User: Amy from N Bloomfield, OH User Rating:
Absolutely delightful!
THE BEST TURKEY EVER!
12/04/2005 at 09:01am
User: Erin from Valrico, FL User Rating:
It was my first Thanksgiving, and my mother-in-law was coming... It turned out PERFECT! Everyone exclaimed on how moist and tender it was and my sister-in-law said "Oh... it just melts in your mouth". When everyone left my husband whispered (as if his mother could some how still hear him) "I didn't want to say so in front of my Mom, but that was the best turkey I ever had!" I had to agree, and I am usually very critical of myself... Thanks Emeril you rock!
Now I've done it...
12/04/2004 at 02:41pm
User: SANDY from Palm Bay, FL User Rating:
Emeril, This recipe was amazing! I was popular for my cooking before, but now it's off the charts! Thanks Sandy Cook,PalmBay, Fl.
One flavorful bird
12/04/2004 at 12:38pm
User: JOYCE from bronx, NY User Rating:
Excellent turkey recipe. This has to be the most flavorful turkey recipe I have ever tasted. I cooked it for thanksgiving and it was a hit. My husband who really does not like turkey that much, loved it and said it was the best turkey he ever had. The recipe really gives the turkey a fruitful and moist taste without that strong bird taste. This recipe is a keeper for those who want a change from mainstream turkey recipes. Now I can cook turkey more than once a year.
Tasty & Moist
12/03/2005 at 02:00pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
This was the first time I've brined a turkey and it came out terrific. Moist and juicy and super easy to make.
Even better than Martha's!!!
12/02/2006 at 09:54pm
User: Sande from El Dorado Hills, CA User Rating:
Years ago, I began cooking my turkeys following Martha's recipe of cheesecloth-basted-breasts using wine and butter. They always turned out moist and delicious. However, this was by far the easiest recipe to prepare & cook I've ever used. Never have I had such moist, flavorful turkey gracing my Thanksgiving table! My family loved it as well. Make sure to print the recipe and take time planning; it can get confusing. Directions could use some definate rearranging. Thanks, Emeril, you win!!! I'll think of you every Thanksgiving!
The best turkey ever
12/02/2004 at 06:26pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
My family has been frying turkey for some time now. My sister made Emeril's turkey and oh my goodness was is fabulous. It was so tender and moist. It was definitely my favorite.
Brined and roasted turkey
12/01/2007 at 11:51am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
This is the first time I used Emeril's recipe for the brine marinade. The turkey and gravy got a "WOW" from my son and husband, two of my best critics. Thank you for making my thanksgiving meal extra special.
this is the best turkey!!!!^_^***
11/30/2006 at 06:11pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
this is so delicious it made my mouth water with every moist and delicious bite. thanks Emeril!
Delish!
11/30/2006 at 12:06pm
User: Heidi from Reading, MA User Rating:
I made my first turkey this Thanksgiving. I found out the night before that I would be making one of the two turkeys for Thanksgiving. EEEEK!! I pulled this recipe off the website and was able to pull it all together quickly. I used a lobster pot with a clean trash bag to soak it in the brine overnight. It was SO tasty and easy. Thank you Emeril for helping to make my first turkey a huge success!
UNBELIEVABLE..
11/30/2004 at 07:42pm
User: CANASIA from Bothell, WA User Rating:
This receipe blew everyone out of control. Since my family came to visit for Thanksgiving they would not quit talking about how moist the turkey was. You have to try this receipe. It is part of my family forever and ever.
20lb Turkey gone in 4 hours left me with the frame
11/30/2004 at 04:09pm
User: S from hamden, CT User Rating:
We had 17 people over we made 19 and the first thing they said was the turkey was moist. Everyone wanted to take a plate home, and once the Thanksgiving evening ended, we were left with the naked bones with one leg attached. Everyone wanted to know what did I do, to make the turkey moist and beautiful looking at the table. We had fun eating. Thanks Emeril
Perfect Turkey for Two!
11/29/2005 at 04:57pm
User: MICHELE from Burtonsville, MD User Rating:
My husband was away on tour with his band over Thanksgiving so I thought that this recipe would be perfect for just the two of us later on (it only calls for a 10 lb bird). The turkey turned out wonderfully. The breast didn't dry out and was perfectly browned with a beautiful glaze! The meat was moist and so flavorful as well. The best part was that it was so easy to make! I loved the stuffinf as well, never making Oyster Dressing Before
The Best Ever
11/29/2004 at 04:51pm
User: DEBBIE from Peoria, AZ User Rating:
This was the best turkey ever! It was unbelievably moist and tasty. The brining was worth every bit!
the best turkey ever
11/29/2004 at 03:40pm
User: SHERI from boise, ID User Rating:
i've never brined a turkey before and this was the best turkey i have ever made before. it was juicy through the whole dinner. thnk you
I would really rate this 6-7 stars!!!!!
11/29/2004 at 11:14am
User: DEVONA from Martinez, GA User Rating:
This turkey was incredible! It was also the most atttractive turkey I have ever made. It came out so beautiful and brown, I have never had a "picture-perfect" turkey, but this one was! The gravy was wonderful as well! It was a tiny bit salty but when you poured it over mashed potatoes or the turkey the salty taste blended in. This was SOOOOOOO easy and SOOOOOOOOOO good! Love it, Love it, Love it!
Moist turkey
11/28/2006 at 06:03pm
User: Tracy from Enid, OK User Rating:
I have made this turkey in brine three times now. It is moist every time. I always use a larger turkey than the recipe calls for but one recipe brine is enough. I soak it in a large stock pot in the refrigerator. I have used a cooler instead of the fridge before too.
Excellent and easy
11/28/2005 at 07:01pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Excellent recipe and so easy! I received lots of compliments and my turkey was the best part of the Thanksgiving meal.
Great tasting turk...
11/28/2005 at 02:21pm
User: Cathy from Mancos, CO User Rating:
Made a great turkey. The drippings were rather salty, maybe I didn't rinse well enough.
I will never stuff another turkey with bread!
11/28/2005 at 12:03pm
User: Tami from Marthasville, MO User Rating:
Forget about frying turkeys and use this wonderful recipe for brined and roasted turkey! Emeril has simply outdone himself this time. Everyone at our Thanksgiving feast agreed it was by far the best turkey anyone had ever eaten. This would make you want to roast a turkey every month! We didn't even have leftovers... a first for our family. You will need to invest in a nice, new 5 gallon pickle bucket and move the shelves around in your refrigerator to accommodate it (or place it outside if the weather is cold enough).
Loved the turkey
11/28/2005 at 11:26am
User: Felicia from Fairfield, CA User Rating:
My turkey was delicious! It was very tender and flavorful. I will definitely use this recipe again.
Great results
11/28/2005 at 10:16am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I brined my turkey for 6 hours the night before and stored in Refrigerator until Thursday Morning. Great Results!
Fantastic!
11/27/2005 at 08:39pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
My entire family was skeptical about the brining, but they all raved when they tasted it! Will use this recipe next year!
The moistest turkey ever!
11/27/2005 at 05:10pm
User: Carmen from Tucson, AZ User Rating:
I wanted to try something different for my faince and his parents at our Thanksgiving. Was my future mother in law ever pleased! Thank you Emeril!
A Huge Hit
11/27/2005 at 04:33pm
User: Elizabeth from Chicago, IL User Rating:
Our 26lb turkey turned out perfect following this recipe and doubling the ingredients. Every single person at Thanksgiving dinner commented about how great the turkey tasted. This was only the second year that I have hosted Thanksgiving and this recipe was very easy to follow.
Moist and flavorful Turkey
11/27/2005 at 12:34pm
User: Jolene from charlotte, NC User Rating:
This brined turkey recipe is fabulous. The only problem I had was with the gravy it was too salty. Next time I will not use the turkey drippings to make the gravy.
Thanks Emeril
11/27/2005 at 08:05am
User: kim from aurora, OH User Rating:
I used this brine recipe to make my turkey this year. I cooked my turkey in a bag & I was happy to see how moist it was. Thanks for a good recipe Emeril.
5 stars for the brine!
11/27/2005 at 02:41am
User: Leisa from Odessa, TX User Rating:
Like several other reviewers, I did not follow the entire recipe- I only used the brine. I even changed that a little- I didn't use the orange and I added in fresh sage. It added amazing flavor- it was the first time I have ever eaten turkey that was not bland. I stuffed it with more fresh sage, thyme, rosemary, lemon, onion and garlic and rubbed butter on the outside then stuck it in my rotisserie and walked away. It was that easy and that so very, very good. Everyone raved. This is the first year we didn't throw any turkey left-overs away! I give Emeril total credit for the right portions on the brining fluid. I can't wait to try it on a chicken.
We surprised ourselves!!!
11/27/2004 at 10:43pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
This is an excellent recipe....and if I say so myself....our turkey turned out to be the best I had ever tasted. It was amazingly juicy and tender. The bird did look in need of a foil covering midway to keep the skin from getting too brown and we basted it with the turkey stock every half hour. We pleased all our family. It was the first time for me and my husband!!
RAVE REVIEWS!
11/27/2004 at 04:13pm
User: CONNIE from Leesburg, VA User Rating:
This was the first time I have brined a turkey. Did it 24 hours in a super heavy weight lawn and leaf bag as I had no other container large enough. In order to keep the turkey surrounded by the brine, I put the bagged bird inside a square cardboard box then put it in the fridge. I also made my own turkey stock a couple days ahead. When making the turkey broth, I used all (6 cups) turkey stock instead of 3 cups stock and 3 cups water. It made the gravy very flavorful. When we tasted the bird, everybody absolutely loved it. I will definitely use this recipe again, and will even try something similar for roasting a chicken. Rave reviews to you, Emeril!!!
What an AWESOME technique!
11/27/2004 at 03:17pm
User: K from frankfort, IL User Rating:
I totally agree with every positive review made on this recipe! And my guests do too! Although it is extremely difficult to brine a turkey in something, I figured out that if I put it in a trash bag and then sat it in a large cooler (shape doesn't matter) I could put it in the garage, as stated in another review, and had about 4 cubic feet of extra space in the fridge! I will use this recipe again next year! Including the gravy! ! ! Makes me wish every day was Thanksgiving! And I am sooo thankful for this recipe!
Tantilizing Turkey
11/27/2004 at 02:16am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
WOW!!!!! Is really all I can say. I never triedthe brining technique before. My turkey was so flavorful and juicy. Thanks, for another twist on turkey!!
Best way ever to make Turkey
11/26/2004 at 05:08pm
User: CHRISTINE from Cherry Hill, NJ User Rating:
I have been using this recipe for four years. Always delicious.
BEST EVER TURKEY... and easy too!!! :)
11/26/2004 at 04:21pm
User: NICOLE from san diego, CA User Rating:
If you have never brined a turkey don't wait any longer. It's easy to do and my whole family, from Grandmom down to finicky grandchildren, loved this turkey. Everyone agreed it was the best turkey we have ever had. I didn't see the program where Emeril demonstrated how to do this recipe, but having watched his methods of cooking and how he likes to 'kick things up a notch' I felt confident that this would not be difficult... and it wasn't! Thanks Emeril :) !
my first ever brined turkey
11/26/2004 at 03:29pm
User: TERESA from santa rosa, CA User Rating:
I never took the time to brine a turkey and most of my turkey meat was dry but not yesterday's turkey. the recipe was easy to follow and the meat was so moist. I also had great gravy because the recipe calls for basting with chicken stock ensuring ample gravy. thank you Emeril and staff. Terry Santa Rosa, CA
Excellent and Simple
11/26/2004 at 01:09am
User: ROCHELLE from Riverside, CA User Rating:
This was very easy to prepare and was very moist and delicious. I will be roasting turkey more often.
Moist and Delicious
11/25/2007 at 04:02pm
User: J from Waldorf, MD User Rating:
Used the brine recipe, brined for 18 hours and then stuffed with our traditional stuffing recipe. The turkey received raves from my in-laws "never tasted moister and more flavorful white meat". Will never cook a turkey without brining it first for the rest of my days.
Best Turkey Ever!
11/25/2006 at 05:14pm
User: Dana from Novato, CA User Rating:
This recipe turned out a very flavorful bird. The only difference with what I did is to cook it in an oiled brown paper bag for 3 hours (1st hour at 500 F, 2nd hour at 400 F and last hour at 300 F).
It's not as imtimidating as you'd think!
11/25/2006 at 03:55pm
User: LINDA from seattle, WA User Rating:
I was in charge of the turkey and dressing (not stuffed) and I selected this reciped because I heard brining tenderizes the meat. I used doubled bag garbage bags ( easier than finding a large size pot) for a 18lb bird and it's easy to do and I let it sit overnight in the refrigerator. I had about 8 cups of stock ( from roasting the bird) to use for stuffing. The turkey cooks faster since it's brined, I'd watch your oven temp. Mine was done in 4hrs. @170 degrees mine temp floated between 325 & 350 degrees. The gravy recipe with the wine was good too...you need to add a lot more flour than 4 tblsp.
Four stars for the moist, flavorful meat...
11/25/2005 at 09:36pm
User: Russ from West Hollywood, CA User Rating:
...but it was one ugly roast turkey. The breast was flattened during the first part of roasting, and the skin of the whole breast and one drumstick stuck to the bottom of the pan when it was time to turn the turkey. Recalling an old trick, I made a "faux skin" by soaking a few layers of cheesecloth in the drippings. I covered the bared breast meat with it, and continued basting during roasting as the recipe directed. It worked, and the turkey was delicious and very moist, but it was carved in the kitchen, not at the table. A gorgeous, golden brown bird was not in my cards for this Thanksgiving. I'm not sure I'll go through the trouble again of stuffing it with the oranges and such. I will use the excellent brine recipe again, for sure. Better luck with the aesthetics next time, I hope, when I protect the upside down breast with a piece of parchment in the pan...
Great Turkey
11/25/2005 at 06:52pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I always make this recipe each Thanksgiving. Easy to follow and great reviews.
YUMMY
11/25/2005 at 06:00pm
User: Jill from Glastonbury, CT User Rating:
I've always fried a turkey, but tried brining this year. It was much, much better than a fried turkey. Very moist and flavorful.
Gobble, Gobble Indeed!
11/25/2005 at 05:49pm
User: Jo from Huntington Beach, CA User Rating:
What can I say that hasn't already been said. This is my second year of making this turkey. My husband had to use paper towels at the edge of the cutting board so the juices wouldn't run down the cabinets! And, that's after resting the bird 20-30 minutes. Wonderful seems redundant in this case but wonderful it is! The "oohs and ahhs" are fabulous too.
Perfect!!
11/25/2005 at 04:39pm
User: Jennifer from brooklyn, NY User Rating:
This was my first turkey. It was time consuming, but every step was very easy. The turkey was perfect. Very moist and tasty. Everyone loved it and attacked it for leftovers to take home!
Best Turkey Ever!
11/25/2005 at 03:11pm
User: JAMIE from houston, TX User Rating:
My husband and I are not normally fans of roasted turkey, but this one was fabulous! We have never tasted such a moist and flavorful turkey...even the gravy tasted better than usual. My only modification was to omit the turkey liver in the turkey broth, and I didn't add meat to the gravy (we prefer smooth gravy). This recipe is a keeper.
asolutely the best turkey ever!
11/25/2005 at 12:02pm
User: Paul from Trinity, FL User Rating:
The preparation time is worth every bite. Rave reviews from the family too! A meat thermometer is a must. Follow the recipe as written and you will not be disappointed.
OFF THE CHAIN!
11/25/2005 at 11:37am
User: Leilani from Chula Vista, CA User Rating:
My turkey was the so moist, tender and delicious, one of our little guest told his mom that my turkey was "off the chain!" That's the Californian way of saying it was amazing! Then in the evening he told his grandma that her turkey was dry.... =) Kids say the truth don't they? Best turkey ever...Thanks Emeril
Juiciest Turkey with the best gravy ever!
11/25/2004 at 10:19pm
User: DOMENICA from Farmington Hills, MI User Rating:
I just made this for the first time today, and my family LOVED it. The turkey was moist beyond belief, and the gravy was phenomenal. I did two things differently; first I air dried the turkey overnight on a rack in a roasting dish in the fridge (this yielded crispy, browned to perfection skin), and second is that I roasted the bird breast side down for 3/4 of the cooking process and flipped it over for the last hour or so. I roasted it uncovered for 1 hour and tented it with aluminum foil.
incredible
11/25/2004 at 08:47pm
User: SOPHIA from new york, NY User Rating:
my husband said this is the best turkey he's ever had, and he's very picky. i never even liked turkey breast until i tasted this. the gravy didn't make sense to us, but the turkey was so moist and flavorful. A+++
good
11/25/2004 at 06:15pm
User: DON from tarpon springs , FL User Rating:
i thought the turkey was great however i did not notice much difference. with a all the work involved it seemed ok. my aunt however says the dark meat was very suculant
Juicy Turkey
11/25/2004 at 04:09am
User: LOAN from hayward, CA User Rating:
The turkey is absolutely delicious. Just follow the instructions and everything is set. I used this recipe to cook last year and everyone just loved the end result.
Highly Recommend!!!
11/25/2004 at 12:40am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
As a young twenty something with minimal kitchen experience I was a bit nervous roasting my first turkey for my husband?s family this year. But this recipe really came to the rescue and I will be sure to use it again for both turkeys and chickens. The other reviewers are right when they say that the cooked turkey is moist and has a great flavor. And I agree that no one ingredient dominated the flavor of the turkey. My husband?s family could not say enough good things about the turkey. My mother in law was first drawn in by the wonderful aroma and after her first bite informed me that it will always be my job to cook the turkey from now on. Thanks Emeril!!!
Perfect!
11/24/2007 at 06:30pm
User: Angela from Mount Pleasant, MI User Rating:
This year I decided to go above and beyond and make Thanksgiving for my family of 7. I brined this turkey overnight and cooked it for 6 hours the next day (it was a big one!), basting it every 20-30 minutes. I didn't have all the EXACT ingredients but it turned out AMAZING. I followed the general directions and let me tell you, the smell of it cooking was mouth-watering. I haven't eaten meat regularly for 3 years and even I was finding it irresistible! For someone who is vegetarian or never made a turkey before (like me!), this recipe is perfect - the end result seems like you put it a lot more effort than you really had to. My family raved about how juicy and flavorful it was. I highly recommend this recipe for anyone who's attempting to impress the relatives! Oh, and the citrus in the brine and during the cooking was such a wonderful accent!!
The best turkey I've ever had!
11/24/2007 at 11:46am
User: Angel from murdock, FL User Rating:
This was by far the best turkey I have ever had. I've never had such a moist turkey! Very easy, too. I also put pats of butter under the skin and basted the turkey every 1 1/2 hours. I highly recommend this to everyone!
NEVER USE THIS RECIPE!
11/24/2007 at 09:15am
User: Joan from Richmond, VA User Rating:
I have never brined a turkey before and wanted the very best tasting turkey for my family for Thanksgiving. All of my turkey dinners over the years have been fantastic, but I wanted this year's to be the best since two of my family members survived tragic accidents... something to be grateful for to say the least. I decided on this recipe and followed it exactly as directed. It was quite a feat since I had a 22 pound turkey, but I did it. The final result was a dryer than usual turkey that leached out more juice than it should have and had no better taste than those of year's past... and after all that work! My advice is never try this recipe and celebrate life and Thanksgiving for all the good reasons. THIS RECIPE WAS NOT ONE OF THEM!
yummy
11/24/2006 at 02:29pm
User: Tung from Woodbury, MN User Rating:
This is my first Turkey I?ve cooked. It is also the most flavorful and moist turkey I?ve even eaten. Instructions are a little confusing because the ingredients are not listed in order. But still a very tasteful bird.
Perfect and so easy!
11/24/2006 at 10:14am
User: Kimberly from Dublin, OH User Rating:
This was my first turkey, not because I do not love to cook but because I am fortunate to have a mother and mother-in-law that are amazing cooks and still host the holidays. My father passed away this year and I wanted to help my mom relax and enjoy the holiday so I offered to make the turkey but was nervous to compete with her past turkeys. I did everything as directed except I used a baking bag and opened it to bast. My family loved it! Even my country boy brother raved about the gravy made with the white wine! This is a new tradition in our family!!
OH MY GOD!!!
11/24/2006 at 08:56am
User: Teresa from Rockford, IL User Rating:
This was the first Thanksgiving in the 18yrs i have been married that i have made a turkey on my own i made it for my husbands side of the family and this turkey was SOOOOO darn good i couldn't believe i did it i blew myself away it was so juicy including the white meet i even warmed some up this morning for breakfast and it was just as juicy Thanks Emeril i will definitley make this AGAIN!!!
The Best
11/24/2006 at 08:34am
User: sheila from connellsville, PA User Rating:
This turkey was so tender and moist. The best turkey i have ever made. I will always use this method. I had to adapt some of the recipe to what i had on hand but the brine was very the best...
Excellent
11/24/2006 at 02:13am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
WE tried it for our Thanksgiving and it was great. All of our friends loved it
Amazing!
11/24/2005 at 11:29pm
User: Renee from Amarillo, TX User Rating:
Amazing Recipe.... I love cooking at Thankgiving, but my turkey's usually get sogged out with gravy and cranberry sauce. Not this year! Saw this recently on Emeril Live. Decided then and there to try it. What did I have to loose. :) Well, my sis made the family turkey... fine with me I get the good stuff. The Turkey & gravy with this recipe is too yummy for words. Soo moist!!
Good although a little salty
11/24/2005 at 09:54pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
This recipe could not be easier. I skipped the broth part and the turkey still came out moist. For the first time I used a temp prob and so gald I did. Only problem I had was in spots the turkey seemed really salty. Next time I will use a little less salt. I also added a few sprigs of sage when roasting.
Best turkey idea ever!
11/24/2005 at 09:32pm
User: Leslie from Barstow, CA User Rating:
Excellent! The turkey cut with a fork, no knives needed. Thank you!!!!!!!!!!
Best Turkey EVER!
11/24/2005 at 05:52pm
User: rebecca from livermore, CA User Rating:
This was our first attempt at a brine Turkey and by far, this was the best Thanksgiving Turkey. I really thought when making the brine it would turn out too salty. Man, this turkey literally fell off the bone. Tender, juicy and we couldn't stop eating it. The dark meat was awesome. Will be making again year after year for Thanksgiving.
Perfect Turkey
11/24/2005 at 12:23pm
User: JESSICA from Austin, TX User Rating:
This turkey was supper moist and had wonderdful flavors, plus it was easy to make. The gravy was great as well! This will be my turkey receipe for life.
yumm
11/24/2004 at 07:08pm
User: DONNA from Castro Valley, CA User Rating:
I used this recipe last year, we loved it so much using it this year as well.
A Winner!
11/24/2004 at 06:47pm
User: GRACE from Fremont, CA User Rating:
Before this recipe, I had prepared my turkey with one of those over bags for 3 years, turned out ok...but after I saw this episode of Emeril Live last year a little before Thanksgiving, I decided to give it a try, even though I never roasted anything before. WOW! Everyone was blown away, it was super moist, full of flavor, but not over powering it (Still tasted like a turkey). I am using this recipe again this year. I am sure it'll be just as good as it was last year! :)
Very Good Brined Turkey
11/24/2004 at 12:07pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Very Moist
Temperature too low
11/23/2007 at 12:22pm
User: Mindy from Windermere, FL User Rating:
This is an excellent recipe with one huge exception. The Temperature of 165 degrees is just too low. This turnkey should be roasted to 182-185. Against my better judgment, I took it out at 165. It had cooked at 325 for 4 hours, not the 3 hours suggested in the recipe. It was undercooked to the extent we could use only the white meat. Food Netowkr,lease, please change this recipt to read a higher temperature!
Excellent turkey recipe
11/23/2007 at 12:15pm
User: Haizel from Bronx, NY User Rating:
This was my first time making Thanksgiving Dinner by myself including a turkey. This recipe was fairly simple and the turkey came out very tasty and moist. Unfortunately, I wasn't able to use the stock or make the gravy (my husband insisted that I use an oven bag like his mom does) but I'm sure that it would've been great. My mother even called me afterwards to rave about the leftovers. Thank you!
Absolutely delicious!!!!!
11/23/2007 at 08:48am
User: Kathy from Canandaigua, NY User Rating:
WOW! Best turkey I've ever made and my husband agrees - he had 3 servings!! The turkey was incredibly tender and juicy. And the gravy? To die for! It was a bit more work than I usually do but WELL worth the trouble. I'm going to search no more - this will be next year's recipe for my turkey and gravy.
ALERT!
11/23/2007 at 08:05am
User: Barbara from Paducah, KY User Rating:
The turkey meat was tender and delicious. I used the drippings, as suggested, for making the giblet gravy. I discovered, however, that the drippings CANNOT be used to make the gravy: TOO,TOO salty. I followed direction exactly. What could have happened?
What leftovers?
11/23/2005 at 05:09pm
User: Malitza from Woodstock, GA User Rating:
We have beenusing this receipe since 2002 and would not have it any other way. The turkey is moist and delicious. We have not had any leftover turkey since we used this receipe. Thanks Emeril. You have done it again!
the best gravy
11/23/2005 at 04:56pm
User: Bill from Columbia, CT User Rating:
This Turkey was excellent but the gravy was what really blew us away. Without a doubt the best gravy we've ever had.
WOW
11/23/2005 at 01:31pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
My husband isn't a big fan of turkey and I tried this recipe a couple years ago and my husband, the picky eater, all of a sudden became a turkey Hoover. He wolfed down plate after plate, sat back, loosened his pants and proclaimed this the best turkey he has ever had and that he has dibs on left-overs.
Gourmet made easy
11/23/2005 at 07:46am
User: Jana from Bacliff, TX User Rating:
I love this brining recipe. My turkey has always been a hit, but never like this. Thank you, thank you, thank you!
Emeril's brined turkey
11/23/2004 at 06:28pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
turkey was extremely tasty & won over a cuban family's appetite! i'm remaking it 2 years in a row
Great
11/23/2004 at 02:46pm
User: JAMES from McDonough, GA User Rating:
Used this last year and was very pleased. Went from one of those oven bags to this and was shocked how much better it is. Was scared when I could not find the recipe I used last year for this...very happy when I found it here.
Try brining your Turkey!
11/23/2004 at 01:16pm
User: KATE from Phoenix, AZ User Rating:
My family has always roasted Turkeys and last year, I tried this recipe. It was so moist & delicious! I will use it everytime I make turkey. This year, I found sealing "brine bags" at Williams Sonoma and I think they will help ease the brining process. I actually put the turkey in a cooler overnight in the brine bag with ice surrounding it. Enjoy your Turkey Day!
OUTSTANDING
11/23/2004 at 09:03am
User: TODD from Highlands Ranch, CO User Rating:
This was very easy to do and left the turkey moist and juicy with a lot of great flavor. I would highly recommend this to anyone. We will be using this recipe for years to come.
WOW
11/22/2007 at 05:36pm
User: Robyn from Manassas, VA User Rating:
The best turkey I have ever fixed in my life.It was so moist and the taste was out of this world.
The juiciest turkey I've ever had
11/22/2006 at 11:26pm
User: Christopher from Paterson, NJ User Rating:
I believe the brine was the key to getting the turkey to retain its moisture, while the remainder of the recipe dramatically increases the turkey's flavor. Emeril's recipe was on point. Given the aromatic fragrances coming the oven, I knew, long before the turkey was ready to serve, that I had created a culinary masterpiece.
My Inaugural Bird
11/22/2006 at 03:59pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
We followed this recipe in preparation of our first thanksgiving turkey two years ago. The taste was great!! We received rave reviews from the veteran cooks at our dinner. The only thing bringing it down from 5 stars was the massive prep required for the brining...not that it is difficult, just a bit of a juggle to refridgerate a giant turkey tank at the same time the fridge is full of all the other Thanksgiving food. At the same time, what is a good container to brine a turkey in? Still looking for that, but following this recipe again this year and looking forward to a great dinner!
This was such a big hit with my family
11/22/2006 at 12:12pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I used this recipe last Thanksgiving and plan on using it again this year the turkey was so moist.
This Beats Deep-fried!!! Honest!
11/22/2004 at 02:53pm
User: ANGELA from Spring, TX User Rating:
My family members are HUGE fans of the deep-fried turkey. Last year, I decided to forego the deep-fried bird and try this recipe. It was my first baked bird....it was so wonderful that my family has hands-down decided that we wil deep-fry no more! All the seasons meld together just perfectly and no one seasoning is overpowering. The bird is the juciest I have ever had!
Too good for words
11/22/2004 at 02:11pm
User: MYKEL from Sacramento, CA User Rating:
If like me you always thought a brined turkey would be too salty or was too much trouble to deal with, please give this recipe a shot. The results are well worth the effort, and some how the salt in the brine does not transfer to the taste of the meat. It will be the most succulent and flavorful bird you'll ever enjoy.
INCREDIBLE, DELICIOUS!!
11/22/2004 at 01:34pm
User: AARON from Huntsville, AL User Rating:
I used this recipe for the first time last T-day for my wife's family and everyone loved it so much, they've asked me to do it again! I'm also cooking the turk for my folks. Turkey comes out juicy and melts in your mouth. Unbelievable how good this is!!
Fantastic turkey
11/21/2007 at 05:06pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
This was the first turkey I ever made and it made me look so good! Everyone was so impressed. Loved the gravy too. It tasted fabulous. My only complaint is the organization of the recipe. It would be nice if the brine recipe was listed first -- it is the first step after all.
Killer !!!
11/21/2006 at 09:58pm
User: John from San Diego, CA User Rating:
This recipe has made me the hands down Chef for my 20+ extended family. The turkey comes out so juicy that everyone will exclaim that it is the best turkey they have ever eaten ! How did you do that! I just tell them that I learned from the best Chef in the world !!!
Just Moist!!!!
11/21/2006 at 08:14pm
User: Ruth from Claremont, CA User Rating:
FIFTH YEAR IN A ROLL! My nice didn't like turkey until she TRIED a tinny piece of mine Emeril's recipe! Thanks Emeril for bringing my family together and saving the traditions of having turkey for Thanks Giving Day! (mostly known as the Turkey Day) Just add the Emeril's mashed sweet potato and greens and you're done!
Wow!
11/21/2006 at 06:34am
User: Lisa from Prior Lake, MN User Rating:
My husband saw this recipe and asked me to prepare it for our Thanksgiving dinner. As people were eating it, they commented that it was the best turkey that they had ever tasted...can't get a compliment much better than that! We highly recommend it and are using the recipe again for Thanksgiving this year - it's a classic. Thank you to Emeril L. !
food grade plastics
11/21/2005 at 12:21pm
User: Brent from Spokane, WA User Rating:
Don't brine in trash bags! http://www.virtualweberbullet.com/plastics.html
yummy
11/21/2004 at 04:35pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
You just can't beat a brined bird! I do this with chicken as well. Oh and for the person who asked about smoking the bird...most definately brine it first...it's fantastic that way! However when I smoke a turkey, I usually all lots more citrus to the brine and use beer instead of water. ;)
Salt less Brine???
11/20/2007 at 12:32pm
User: george from Port Charlotte, FL User Rating:
I always thought a brine was made with salt. This sounds more like a marinade???
excellent
11/20/2007 at 11:55am