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Out of This World Turkey Brine
Ingredients
- 2 gallons water
- 1.5 cups canning salt
- 1/3 cup brown sugar
- 0.25 cup Worcestershire sauce
- 3 tablespoons minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon ground black pepper
Steps
- Mix water, salt, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, garlic, and pepper together in a food-grade, nonreactive container large enough to hold the turkey and brine..
- Place turkey in brine, making sure it is fully submerged. Cover and refrigerate immediately.
- Brine in the refrigerator for 12 to 24 hours. Remove turkey from the brine and discard the brine. Pat turkey dry before smoking or roasting.