Pomegranate Molasses Glazed Turkey

Ingredients

• 1 whole turkey (10-15 pounds)
• 1/2 cup kosher salt
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1/2 cup pomegranate molasses
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Directions

1. The day before cooking, brine the turkey. In a large pot, combine the water and salt and stir until the salt is dissolved. Submerge the turkey in the brine and refrigerate overnight.
2. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a roasting pan with aluminum foil.
3. Remove the turkey from the brine and pat dry with paper towels. Place the turkey in the roasting pan.
4. In a small bowl, whisk together the pomegranate molasses, olive oil, smoked paprika, cumin, garlic powder, black pepper, and cinnamon. Brush the mixture over the turkey.
5. Roast the turkey for 1 hour and 15 minutes, or until a thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the turkey reads 165°F. Baste the turkey with the pan juices every 30 minutes.
6. Remove the turkey from the oven and let rest for 20 minutes before carving.

Interesting Facts

• Pomegranate molasses is a thick, sweet-tart syrup made from boiled down pomegranate juice.
• Brining a turkey before cooking helps to keep it moist and flavorful.
• Turkey is a traditional dish served on Thanksgiving in the United States.