Salt Sister's Brined & Seasoned Holiday Turkey

Nov 3, 2026
Salt Sister's Brined & Seasoned Holiday Turkey

Give your Thanksgiving turkey the flavor it deserves! A little prep goes a long way, and this holiday-ready turkey starts with Salt Sisters All - Purpose Brine to lock in moisture and finishes with Salt Sisters Tom Tom Rub & Seasoning for a deliciously savory, flavor-packed bite. Whether you're hosting the whole family or bringing the main event to the holiday table, this is one turkey recipe worth making room for.

Ingredients

Turkey

10-14lb thawed Turkey 


Brine

2 gallons of water, divided or vegetable stock 
1 packet of Salt Sisters All - Purpose Brine
Brine bucket or bag

 

Rub

2-3 Tbsp of melted butter or oil

2-3 Tbsp of Salt Sisters Tom Tom Rub & Seasoning


 

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Brine

Bring 1 gallon of water or vegetable stock to a boil.

Once boiling, pour contents of All Purpose Brine in and stir occasionally until salt and sugar cane dissolve completely. 

Remove the brine from the heat, allow to cool to room temperature


Step 2: Brine Turkey

Place the thawed turkey in a brine bucket or bag (with innards removed) breast side down in brine.

Add up to 1 gallon of water making sure the turkey is fully immersed. 

Cover and refrigerate for 12-14 hours. 


Step 3: Prepare Turkey for Rub

Remove Turkey from the brine. 

Pat turkey dry.

Rub with oil or melted butter.

Rub Tom Tom Rub & Seasoning generously inside and out of your turkey.

Step 4: Roast Turkey

Roast Turkey according to its weight. General guideline to follow is: 13 to 15 minutes per pound 

Step 5: Remove & Rest

Remove turkey when breast reaches 160°F and the thigh reaches 170°F.

Tent loosely with foil and let rest 20-30 minutes before carving.

     * the temp will continue to rise as it rests, reaching 165°F in the breast and 175°F in the thigh.

 

A holiday turkey doesn't have to be complicated to be full of flavor! With Salt Sisters All Purpose Brine and Tom Tomorrow Rub & Seasoning, you've got everything you need to make the main event one to remember. Serve it alongside your favorite holiday sides, bring everyone to the table, and enjoy a little extra flavor in every bite. Happy holidays and happy cooking!

 

 

 

 
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