This a great citrus turkey brine that will ensure your bird is very moist. You can use the brine on other poultry in smaller amounts.
1 (12 pound) fresh, whole, bone-in skin-on turkey, rinsed and patted dry
1 cup salt
1 medium onion, cut into wedges
1 medium orange, cut into wedges
1 medium lemon, cut into wedges
3 cloves garlic
4 large bay leaves
1 tablespoon dried thyme
1 tablespoon ground black pepper
1 ½ gallons cold water
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