Pella — 1 gallon water
1 cup coarse salt
1/2 cup brown sugar
1 orange, finely grated rind and juice
1 tablespoon each whole black peppercorns, cloves and allspice
1 (12- to 15-pound) turkey, thawed, giblets removed
Ice (to cover)
1. Combine all ingredients except turkey and ice in a stockpot and bring to a boil to dissolve salt and sugar. Remove from heat; let stand 30 minutes. Chill.
2. Place turkey, brining liquid and ice in a stockpot or lidded container (such as a plastic storage box) over night or up to 12 hours.


