Terrific Turkey Brine

Ingredients

• 1 gallon of cold water
• 1 cup of salt
• 1/2 cup of sugar
• 1 tablespoon of dried herbs (thyme, basil, oregano, rosemary, etc)
• 2 tablespoons of black peppercorns
• 1 whole turkey, giblets removed

Directions

1. In a large stockpot, combine the cold water, salt, sugar, herbs, and peppercorns.
2. Stir to combine and dissolve the salt and sugar.
3. Rinse the turkey and place it in the pot. Make sure the turkey is completely submerged in the brine.
4. Cover the pot with a lid and place it in the refrigerator for at least 8 hours or overnight.
5. Remove the turkey from the brine and discard the brine.
6. Rinse the turkey with cold water to remove any excess salt.
7. Cook the turkey according to your desired recipe.

Interesting Facts

• Brine is an effective way to tenderize and flavor the turkey.
• Brining is a process that uses a salt solution to help keep the turkey moist and flavorful during cooking.
• Brine can also help keep the turkey from drying out during the cooking process.