jeffzzang623
Assistant Cook
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- Nov 21, 2005
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I bought a 14 lb. Country Pride young turkey and I noticed on the packaging it says, "Moister Enhanced with up to 8% of solution". No where on the package does it say that the turkey is a basting or self-basting turkey.
I've read on several sites that brining a basting or self-basting turkey may result in an overly salty bird. However, is this "moister enhanced" turkey the same thing as a self-basting turkey?
Also, if I do brine the "moister enhanced" turkey, does anyone have any recommendations on how much water + kosher salt + brown sugar to use, and for how long to brine it for? Also, should I be basting the turkey evey hour or so as the recipe says? Any suggestions would be appreciated.
I've read on several sites that brining a basting or self-basting turkey may result in an overly salty bird. However, is this "moister enhanced" turkey the same thing as a self-basting turkey?
Also, if I do brine the "moister enhanced" turkey, does anyone have any recommendations on how much water + kosher salt + brown sugar to use, and for how long to brine it for? Also, should I be basting the turkey evey hour or so as the recipe says? Any suggestions would be appreciated.