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> Peter A > wrote:
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> >Brining is essential, I use the Cook's Illustrated techniques.
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> I agree. For all but the tenderest pork chops, and definitely
> for pastured pork, you want to brine them. Heavy seasoning
> in the brine is not necessary, just salt will do.
>
> Steve
>

I agree that spices in the brine are (is?) a waste of spice. Put them on
later. But I do think that sugar in the brine is a nice addition, brown
sugar preferably.

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