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To brine your turkey simply means to submerge it in a saltwater solution and refrigerate it for about 24 hours before roasting. Doing this prevents the turkey from drying out in the oven because the ...

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, and whether you ...

Knowing how to brine a turkey could save you (and your family!) from years of dry Thanksgiving turkeys to come. Here are our five easy steps to achieve brining magic. Thanksgiving dinner used to be ...

A well-seasoned dish requires little more than salt. Spices, herbs and sauces are essential for boosts of flavor, but at a basic level, salt has the power to transform a dish from bland to flavorful.

A goal of the Thanksgiving host is to deliver a beautifully cooked turkey with golden-brown crisp skin and juicy meat. Achieving the latter is no easy task, but there's a surefire way to ensure your ...