When you brined your bird for Thanksgiving this year, the results were really disappointing. The flesh was too mushy when it came out of the brining solution. What could have gone wrong?
A) The bird was brined in the refrigerator instead of at room temperature.
B) The water was initially boiled along with the salt, sugar, and soy sauce.
C) The water and salt entered the muscle by diffusion and osmosis.
D) The bird was left too long in the brining solution.

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Leaving the bird too long in the brining solution can cause the meat to absorb too much water, leading to a mushy texture. Brining time should be carefully controlled to enhance moisture and flavor without compromising the texture of the meat.

When You Brined Your Bird for Thanksgiving This Year, the Results