Citrus Turkey Brine

Ingredients

• 1 fresh , 12 pound
• 1 cup salt
• 1 medium onion , cut into wedges
• 1 medium orange , cut into wedges
• 1 medium lemon , cut into wedges
• 3 cloves garlic
• 4 large bay leaves
• 1 tablespoon dried thyme
• 1 tablespoon ground black pepper
• 1.5 gallonss cold water

Instructions

1. 1

   Gather the ingredients.

2. 2

   Rub turkey all over with salt.

3. 3

   Place remaining salt into a large stainless steel or enameled stockpot. Add onion, orange, and lemon wedges to the pot, along with garlic, bay leaves, thyme, and pepper.

4. 4

   Place turkey into the pot and pour in cold water. Cover and refrigerate, 8 hours to overnight.

5. 5

   When ready to cook, discard brine. Rinse turkey, then pat dry and place in a roasting pan. Refrigerate, uncovered, for 2 to 3 hours. Roast, grill, or deep-fry turkey according to your favorite recipe.