Pat the turkey dry inside and out with more paper towels.

Brine turkey not in fridge. Put turkey in brining bag and add cooled brine. From there, the flavor variations are endless. Combine the salt and sugar to brine underneath the skin of the turkey.

Web microwave 1 quart of water until warmed, then add 1 cup of kosher salt and stir to dissolve. Pt 4 min read i'd like to thank my thanksgiving sponsors, cabot and morton. Cook the turkey as usual.

5 major grocery chains selling the cheapest turkeys find the right container for a large. Remove the lid and lift the turkey out of the brine. In a large stockpot, add sugar, salt and water.

Remove the turkey from the brine and rinse with cool water. Remove from heat and add remaining ingredients. A longer brine will often yield a saltier bird.

Add the turkey and add more cold water to ensure the turkey is fully submerged. Pickle brine is a pretty straightforward 3:2:1 ratio. Web combine brine ingredients and 1 gallon of water in a container large enough to hold and submerge your brine and your turkey, or use a turkey brining bag set in a large bowl.

Stir until sugar and salt are dissolved and the liquid turns clear. More if needed for larger turkeys. Rub about 1 tablespoon under each breast and 1 ½ teaspoon under each leg and thigh area.