What's the big deal about brining? I have never brined anything (except
pickles).

Kent wrote:
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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
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> 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
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