Basic Turkey Brine
Ingredients
- 2 gallons water (cold)
- 2 cups kosher salt
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 teaspoons garlic (crushed)
- 3 to 4 sprigs rosemary (or 1 tablespoon dried)
- 3 to 4 sprigs thyme (or 1 tablespoon dried)
- 3 to 4 sprigs sage (or 1 tablespoon dried)
- 1 teaspoon allspice berries (cracked)
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
Directions
- Gather the ingredients.
- Dissolve the salt, sugar, and aromatics in the water.
- Submerge the turkey in the brine, top with a plate, and put a large can or a few cans on the plate to hold the turkey under the brine.
- Refrigerate the turkey in the brine for 12 to 24 hours.
- Before roasting, rinse the turkey well with cold water and pat dry.
- Roast without additional salt following your favorite recipe.
- Serve and enjoy!
