Before refrigeration, brining was necessary to preserve meat. Today brining is popular again among home cooks and chefs. It gives flavor and tenderness to meat and poultry. And, it is very simple to ...

Buttermilk-Brined Pork Chops are center-cut pork chops that are marinated (brined) in a flavorful blend of buttermilk, olive oil, honey, lemon juice, garlic, kosher salt, Italian seasoning, ground ...

Combine the brown sugar and salt in the water and bring to a boil. Stir until dissolved and then add the rest of the brine ingredients. Lower heat and simmer for about 5 minutes. Turn off the heat and ...

BEFORE there was the stove, there was the rotisserie. And although there’s no denying that progress has its advantages -- can you imagine spending a summer afternoon tending a live fire in your ...

The drippings from this roast are far too salty to make a gravy or sauce, says Marianne Anderson, who suggests using a reduction of beef broth, shallots and butter if you want to serve the meat with a ...