Terrific Turkey Brine

I came up with this recipe after trying several brines and taking the best from them all. Try it and taste the difference. It makes enough for a 9 to 12 pound turkey.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Total Time: 15 mins
• Calories: 79 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons dried rosemary
• 1 (750 milliliter) bottle white wine
• 1 gallon distilled water
• 1 ½ cups salt
• 2 orange, quartered

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Line a large stockpot with a large food safe bag. Pour the water, wine, and salt into the bag; stir until the salt is completely dissolved. Squeeze the orange quarters into the liquid and then drop them into the pot. Add the rosemary and give a final stir.

Step 2

To use, carefully lower a thawed turkey into the brine and tie the bag to seal; store in refrigerator at least 5 hours before cooking.