A n ounce of salt could once be traded for an ounce of gold. Now, the idea is laughable, with the cost of gold reaching over $2,000 per ounce while 26 ounces of salt is valued at just $1.

An ounce of salt could once be traded for an ounce of gold. Now, the idea is laughable, with the cost of gold reaching over $2,000 per ounce while 26 ounces of salt is valued at just $1.

A: Brining, or soaking food in a mix of salt and water, adds moisture and flavor. A good formula is 1 ounce of salt to 20 ounces of water, or 2 tablespoons coarse kosher salt to 2 1/2 cups of water.

Question: What's a good mix of salt and water for brining chicken? Is there a time difference for whole chicken vs. parts?

An ounce of salt could once be traded for an ounce of gold. Now, the idea is laughable, with the cost of gold reaching over $2,000 per ounce while 26 ounces of salt is valued at just $1.

Photo illustration with images of salt and gold and a Petrus Christ’s painting “A Goldsmith in His Shop”. An ounce of salt could once be traded for an ounce of gold. Now, the idea is ...