Easy Turkey Brine Recipe

What You'll Need:

• Garlic • Water • Bay leaves • A large pot • Fresh herbs • Orange peel • Brown sugar • A whole turkey • Coarse Kosher salt • Black peppercorns

We have been brining our Thanksgiving turkeys for YEARS now and it is the key to a tender and juicy turkey. It doesn't matter how you'll cook your turkey, brining makes it amazing every time.

We're talking eyes-rolling-back-in-your-head type good! More succulent, tender bites of meat, and crispier skin with better flavoring.

What Is Brining?

The brining process involves submerging a larger piece of meat in a water & salt solution.

You can do a brine with just the water and salt, but we like to add extra flavor with fresh herbs, brown sugar, some spices, and citrus peel.

How Long To Brine A Turkey?

The size of your turkey will determine how long you will want to brine it.

If your turkey is less than 15 pounds, I recommend brining for 12 to 24 hours.

Larger turkeys can brine for up to 2 days.

Top Brining Tips:

• Completely cover the turkey with the brine. If it starts to float then weigh it down with a heavy plate with some cans set on top. • There is no need to salt the turkey after brining it. You may not need any extra salt in the gravy either. • Be sure to put the turkey into the brine solution with the breast side down for the best penetration.

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