Vanilla brine for Pork: 9 cups hot water 2-1/2 teaspoons of pure vanilla extract 1/2 cup of sugar 1/2 cup of kosher salt 2 tables spoons cracked black peppercorns 6 (1-1/4 inch to 1-1/2 inch thick) center cut loin pork chops I hope that this helps you in some way, shape or form!