As Thanksgiving nears and you're thinking about how to prep your turkey, brining it foolproof method and the way to go.

Place your turkey, breast down, in a large container made of food-grade plastic, stainless steel, glass, or a brining bag. Be sure the container will fit in your fridge. Add brine, covering the entire ...

Knowing the keys of brining turkey could save you (and your family!) from years of dry holiday turkeys to come. Here are our ...

Honey and corn syrup blend with savory herbs and seasonings to give my Thanksgiving turkey recipe a slightly sweet flavor. My tried-and-true herb turkey recipe never fails to win compliments.

Stir 2 gallons water, broth and salt in large pot until salt dissolves. Stir in the remaining brine ingredients. Add turkey to brine. Place large plate atop turkey to submerge. Place in refrigerator.

One to two days before serving, place 1 gallon of water in a large stock pot with the sugar, salt, sage, thyme, and pepper. Bring to a boil, and simmer for 10 minutes. Strain and chill. Place the ...

Whether it be for Thanksgiving, Christmas or a weekend, here’s an easy turkey recipe that boasts crispy skin and lots of juicy flavor. Few things scream “special occasion” like a properly cooked roast ...

Chef and turkey farmer Breana Killeen tested wet-brining versus dry-brining to find the ultimate Thanksgiving bird. Discover ...

The Spice Hunter brining kit is available at select H-E-B locations, Sprouts, Kroger, Central Market, and Walmart. Its price ...

Brining is similar to marinating, but is primarily focused on moistening the meat as opposed to adding flavor. Brining your Thanksgiving turkey prior to cooking will help ensure you end up with a ...

After cooking nearly 40 turkeys in The Chronicle's test kitchen, we found a brined turkey to be the best. The brine, a seasoned salt-sugar-water mixture, is from Chez Panisse's Alice Waters and is ...