Pecan Smoked Turkey - Shady Brook Farms® turkey

Ingredients

1 17 lb. Shady Brook Farms® Fresh Whole Turkey, neck and giblets removed and set aside
1/4 cup olive oil
1 tablespoon ground black pepper
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1/2 tablespoon paprika
1/4 cup butter, softened
For Dry Brine:
1/3 cup kosher salt
1 tablespoon cracked black pepper
1 tablespoon Truvia® Brown Sugar Blend or brown sugar

How To Cook

Rinse turkey under cold water and pat dry with paper towels. Place on a baking sheet.
Combine dry brine ingredients in a small bowl and rub on exterior and internal cavity of the turkey. Place turkey in refrigerator for two hours.
Preheat smoker to 300°F.
Loosen the skin around the turkey breast by inserting your hand. Use your hand to rub the softened butter under the skin. Then, use a paper towel to wipe most of the dry brine from the turkey skin. Brush on olive oil. Lightly sprinkle on black pepper, garlic powder and paprika.
Smoke at 275-300°F for about 4 hours or until internal temperature reaches 170°F when measured in the thickest part of the breast. Baste the bird every hour with juices from the drip pan.
TIP: Pecan wood is a favorite because of its subtle flavor. Hickory can also be used.
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Nutrition

Serving Size	3 oz. cooked turkey
Amount Per Serving
Calories	210
Calories from fat	120
% Daily Value*
Total fat 14 g	22 %
Saturated fat 3.5 g	18 %
Trans fat
Cholesterol 85 mg	28 %
Sodium 690 mg	29 %
Total Carbohydrates 1 g	0 %
Dietary Fiber 0 g	0 %
Sugars 0 g
Protein 24 g
Vitamin A 6% Calcium 2% Vitamin C 0% Iron 6%
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. This is a representation of the nutrition label. The actual nutrition label on the product may vary slightly.