Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 2 gallons water
  • 1 ½ cups Kosher salt (see notes*)
  • 2 oranges
  • 1 lemon
  • 1 apple (I prefer honeycrisp)
  • 2 sprigs fresh Rosemary
  • 2 sprigs fresh thyme
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 2 cups Apple Juice (or Apple Cider)
  • 1 cup Brown Sugar
  • 3 Tablespoons Peppercorn
  • 6 cloves garlic (smashed)
  • 2 cups fresh cranberries

Instruction

  • Combine all of the ingredients in a large pot over medium-high heat and stir to allow the sugar and salt to dissolve. Bring to a gentle boil, increasing the heat if needed.
  • Cover and allow it to cool completely. (See notes for my tip to help speed up the cooling process)
  • Pour the solution into a brining bag and add the turkey. Refrigerate for 18-24 hours.
  • Remove the turkey when ready to roast and carefully rinse under cool water to remove excess salt from the outside.
  • Pat it completely dry, discard the brine, and proceed with roasting.