Ingredients

4cupswater

¼cupkosher salt

2tbspdark brown sugar

1tspblack peppercorns

1dried bay leaf

1sprigfresh rosemary

4pork chops

Preparation

In a medium-sized pot add water, kosher salt, sugar, peppercorns, bay leaf, and rosemary.

Bring to a simmer over high heat. Water does not to be in rapid boil but make sure the salt and sugar have dissolved in the water.

Remove the pot from the heat and cool completely.

Once the brine is cool add the pork chops to a large ziptop bag and pour in the brine.

Let the pork brine in the refrigerator for up to 2 hours.

Rinse and pat dry before cooking.