Can I brine a turkey for 34 hours, is that too long?

Amanda Jane
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cookbookchick November 25, 2014
I would just take it out and refrigerate it until time to start cooking. I would not soak it in plain water. Leave it uncovered in the fridge so the skin dries out a bit to allow it to get brown and crispier in the oven. That's what I would do, anyway.
 
Amanda J. November 25, 2014
Thanks, I read somewhere to doit for 2 days than I read not, I already started the process, can I take it out tomorrow and rinse it, and just soak it in plain water till time to cook?
 
Merrill S. November 25, 2014
Here is the thread: https://food52.com/hotline/26736-is-it-ok-to-brine-a-5lb-turkey-breast-for-four-days
 
cookbookchick November 25, 2014
Thanks, Merrill
 
cookbookchick November 25, 2014
Yes, that is too long. See the recent Hotline thread on this same question.
 
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