" > wrote in message
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>I called SC Johnson on Friday and confirmed that the XL and XXL Ziploc
> bags ARE food safe.
> So, if you need an alternate to a cooler and have the room in your
> fridge, these bags are another option. I'd recommend you support the
> bag with a cookie sheet.
>
> Rob
> Q 4 All
>
>
I've been brining 12-14lb turkeys in 2.5 gal. Ziplock bags for years without
any problems.
Because the ratio of brine to turkey is much smaller than in the usual brine
container I use more salt. Rather than 1 oz table salt/quart I use 1.5
oz/quart or even 2 oz/quart.

Kent