Honey and Allspice Brine

• 8 cups hot water
• 2/3 cup (3 ounces or 85 grams) Diamon Crystal brand kosher salt
• 1 cup honey
• 6 whole cloves
• 1 teaspoon black peppercorns, crushed (see Notes)
• 2 teaspoons whole allspice berries, crushed (see Notes)
• 2 bay leaves
• 4 sprigs fresh thyme
• 4 cups ice water

1. In a large saucepan, combine 2 cups of the hot water with the salt, honey, cloves, peppercorns, and allspice.
2. Add the bay leaves and thyme along with the remaining hot water.
3. Stir to combine.
4. Bring to a boil over high heat, stirring frequently until the salt has dissolved.
5. Boil for 3 minutes, then remove from the heat.
6. Add the ice water and stir to cool the mixture.
7. Set aside and let cool to room temperature.
8. Proceed with brining the turkey.

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Taken from www.cookstr.com/recipes/honey-and-allspice-brine (may not work)