Want to set your Thanksgiving dinner up for success? Then consider brining your bird. If you're not sure how to brine a turkey, you're in luck—it requires minimal planning, only a few pantry staples and a just little extra (hands-off) time. The payoff, however, is huge—you'll be rewarded with a Thanksgiving turkey that's flavorful and extra-moist. These recipes will give you plenty of options, but if you're looking for a go-to, try Ree's easy turkey brine. It calls for just 8 ingredients—but guarantees an impressive Thanksgiving main every time.

An overnight brine leaves Dave Lieberman's Thanksgiving centerpiece infused with warm flavors of fall, lemons and bay leaves. Those flavors double up as they’re stuffed inside the bird before it roasts to perfection.

Bobby Flay treats two turkeys to a fragrant brine and spice rub. When it's time for roasting, one turkey cooks in a Cuban-style box for smoky results and the other in a green ceramic grill using smoked wood chips for bold hickory flavor.

Alex Guarnaschelli's secret to an extra-juicy and flavorful turkey is the perfect turkey brine.