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Sweet and Savory Pork Brine

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This flavorful brine is perfect for pork, but it also works well on poultry. It has a sweet flavor in addition to all the herbs and spices.

Prep Time: 20 minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes

Ingredients:

  • 3 cups water
  • 1 cup honey
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1 onion, thinly sliced
  • 4 cloves garlic, crushed
  • 2 tablespoon black peppercorns
  • 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary
  • 1 tablespoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon mustard seed
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Preparation:

Combine all ingredients in a saucepan and bring to a boil. Remove from heat and allow to cool completely. Place with pork in a large container making sure that brine completely covers the pork. Cover and refrigerator for at least one day, but no more than 4 days.
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