YIELD: 1 12-14lb turkey
INGREDIENTS
1 cup Diamond Crystal kosher salt
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 gallon water, divided
1 12-14lb turkey, fresh
DIRECTIONS
1. Line a large basin with a large, plastic bag (e.g.: unscented trash bag or Reynold's oven bag). Place the turkey inside, breast side down. In a large bowl, add salt, sugar, and a quart of water and mix until dissolved. Pour brine over turkey. Add the remaining water to the bag, then draw the bag closed making sure to push out the air and tie the ends with a twist tie or into a knot. Set in refrigerator for 12 hours or up to 48 hours.
2. To prepare turkey, rinse off brine and pat turkey dry. Proceed with chosen recipe.
