Basic Brine

Ingredients

• 16 cups water (One gallon)
• 150 g cup kosher salt
• 135 g white sugar
• 2 heads garlic, crushed and chopped
• 4 g dried sage, or to taste
• 5 g dried basil, or to taste
• 1 tbs whole black peppercorns
• 1 large bay leaf

Directions

1. Bring water to a boil and add all ingredients, making sure that the sugar and salt are fully dissolved.
2. Remove from heat and cool for 2 hours before using. Chicken should brine for 8-12 hours and turkey 12-24.