Turkey Brine

A great marinating process that tenderizes the meat of the turkey. It creates a moist, juicy and well-seasoned turkey. No need to cook the brine.

• Ready In: 12 hrs 5 mins
• Serves: 1

Ingredients

• 1  whole turkey (fresh or fully defrosted)
• 1 1⁄2 cups kosher salt
• 1  gallon water
• 1  tablespoon cracked black pepper
• 4  dried bay leaves
• 1  tablespoon fresh sage, chopped (optional)
• 1  tablespoon fresh thyme (optional)

Directions

1. Cover a large pot or bucket with a plastic bag and add water, kosher salt, cracked black pepper and bay leaves sage and thyme.
2. Stir mixture completely to dissolve salt.
3. Place fresh turkey in pot and completely submerge it. Wrap plastic bag around the top of turkey.
4. Place in the fridge or a cool area such as your cellar or garage.
5. The brining process takes approximately 10-12 hours and is best done the night before the turkey is roasted.