Our turkey this year turned out pretty good and Ryan and I think it's because we brined it. I found this recipe online and instead of tucking my sticky note away never to be found again I thought I would put it here where it will be easy to find in the future.
I filled a cooler with water, enough to cover the turkey about 1-2 inches. We added 2 Cups of salt per 2 gallons of water (so measure the water as you pour it into whatever container you are using). After removing the neck and whatever else is inside soak the turkey 1 hour per pound. We actually did about 14 hours for a 20 lb. turkey. Put the turkey in breast side down then roll it over half way through.
Before roasting rinse the turkey thoroughly and then pat it dry inside and out.
