House Smoked Turkey Breast Recipe
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Ingredients
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House Smoked Turkey Breast
Method
Preparation and Smoking
- 1
Brine the Turkey
In a large bowl, combine 1/2 cup of salt, 1/2 cup of brown sugar, and 8 cups of water. Stir until the salt and sugar are dissolved. Submerge the turkey breast in the brine and refrigerate for 4 to 12 hours.
- 2
Prepare the Turkey
Remove the turkey breast from the brine and rinse it under cold water. Pat it dry with paper towels. Rub the turkey breast with olive oil, then season with smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and brown sugar.
- 3
Prepare the Smoker
Soak the wood chips in water for at least 30 minutes. Preheat your smoker to 225°F (107°C).
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Rest and Serve
Once done, remove the turkey breast from the smoker and let it rest for at least 15 minutes before slicing. Serve and enjoy!