- 1 1/2 cups, kosher salt
- 1 1/4 cups, brown sugar
- 3 tsp dried thyme and/or 3 tsp dried sage
- 10 whole cloves
- 3 tsp black peppercorns
- 1 1/2 gallons (6 quarts) apple juice or cider (non-alcoholic)
- peel from one orange or one tangerine
Combine all ingredients in a non-reactive pot, bring mixture to a boil, lower heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes, partly covered. Allow brine to cool completely.
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