Ingredients
- 2 Tbs. white peppercorns, toasted
- 2 Tbs. fennel seeds, toasted
- 2 Tbs. coriander seeds, toasted
- 1 Tbs. chopped fresh rosemary
- 1 Tbs. chopped fresh sage
- 1 Tbs. chopped fresh thyme
- 16 Tbs. (2 sticks) unsalted butter, at room temperature
- 1 Tbs. granulated garlic
- Zest and juice of 1 lemon
- 1 tsp. coarse salt
- 4 cups apple cider
- 2 cups bourbon or other whiskey
- 1/2 cup coarse salt
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 yellow onion, quartered
- 3 or 4 bay leaves
- 1 fresh turkey, 12 to 14 lb., or 1 fresh wild turkey, neck, giblets and wing tips removed and turkey dressed
- Freshly ground white pepper, to taste
- 3 large carrots, peeled and halved lengthwise
- 4 celery stalks ;
- 2 yellow onions, peeled and quartered
- 1 to 2 lb. wood chips or chunks, soaked for 30 minutes
- 1/2 cup white wine
- 1/2 cup water, chicken stock or broth
- 2 Tbs. unsalted butter
- 2 Tbs. all-purpose flour
- Coarse salt and freshly ground white pepper, to taste
Description
The First Thanksgiving Turkey Was Most Likely Cooked Over A Wood Fire. Today’s Grilling Enthusiasts Have The Benefit Of Modern Equipment And Techniques With Which To Improve Upon Our National Holiday Bird. Here, The Turkey Is Brined Before Grilling

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