Apple and Herb Turkey Brine

bucket and lid (like a brand-new paint bucket and lid, washed well)

reliable oven-safe meat thermometer

Oven Bag - Turkey Size

Heavy-duty roasting pan

turkey (up to 12 or 14 lbs, anything bigger than that tastes gamey; if you need more meat, opt for an additional turkey breast or second turkey)

chicken broth

apple juice or cider

brown sugar

kosher salt

sprig rosemary

or 3 sprigs thyme

whole peppercorns

garlic cloves,smashed

ICE, consider buying a 10lb bag or two

to 2 Tbsp olive oil

fresh rosemary, chopped

fresh thyme, chopped

apple, cut in chunks or thick slices

onion, cut in chunks or thick slices