A juicy, flavorful turkey starts with the right preparation—and our favorite recipe requires us to start the thawing and prep on Monday. Whether you prefer wet brining or dry brining ...

Plus, be sure to check out Smoked Turkey Leftover Recipes. I added to the water all the wet brine ingredients; salt, garlic salt, Montreal Steak Seasoning, Worcestershire Sauce, and black pepper.

Put the brine ingredients and 2 gallons of water in a large stockpot, and bring to a simmer. Remove from the heat, and allow the liquid to cool completely before straining. Add the turkey to the ...

The following recipe will work for a chicken, a boneless turkey breast, or a whole turkey. You may need to double all amounts for the brine ingredients if you’re cooking a large turkey ...