Basic Brine

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Prep: 20 mins (est.) Cook: 30 mins (est.) Serves: 4 cups

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup kosher salt120 ml kosher salt
  • 1/3 cup sugar80 ml sugar
  • 1/4 cup juniper berries60 ml juniper berries
  • 2 Tbsp black peppercorns30 ml black peppercorns
  • 4 bay leaves4 bay leaves
  • 4 cups water960 ml water

Instructions

  1. 1. Combine water, salt, sugar, juniper berries, peppercorns, and bay leaves in a pot. Bring to a boil.\n2. Stir until salt and sugar dissolve. Remove from heat and let cool completely before using.\n3. Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
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