Turkey Brine

Ingredients

Ingredient Amount
Water 1 gallon
Kosher salt 1 cup
Sugar 1/2 cup
Tarragon 1 bunch
Parsley 1 bunch
Bay leaves 2
Garlic 1 head, halved horizontally
Onion 1, sliced
Black peppercorns 3 tablespoons, lightly crushed
Lemons 2, halved

Directions

  1. Combine all ingredients in a pot.
  2. Bring to a simmer and stir until salt and sugar is dissolved.
  3. Cool before adding turkey.