Apple Brine for Turkey the Night Before Cooking

Description

I have used this recipe for many years. It makes a turkey fall-apart moist every time.

Ingredients

• 2 quarts apple juice
• 1 gallon cold water
• 1 cup kosher salt
• 6 cloves garlic, peeled and crushed
• 5 pounds ice cubes

Instructions

1. Line a cooler with a large food safe bag. Combine the apple juice
2. water
3. and salt in the bag; stir until the salt is dissolved; add the garlic.
4. To use: Lie your turkey into the brine with the breast-side down; add more water to submerge turkey completely if needed. Pour the ice over the turkey. Seal the bag and close the cooler; allow to sit overnight.

Prep Time: 5 mins

Total Time: 5 mins

Servings: 12