How to Smoke a Turkey on a Traeger

• khẩu phần: 1 (12 lb) turkey
• thời gian hoạt động: 10 mins
• tổng thời gian: 3-4 hours

Nguyên liệu

1 brined, unstuffed turkey (no more than 14 pounds)

Hướng dẫn

1. Prepare the turkey brine according to chosen recipe instructions.

2. For a liquid brine, rinse and pat the turkey dry. For a dry brine, pat dry without rinsing.

3. Preheat the smoker to a low heat. Use the "smoke" setting around 150-160°F with wood pellets.

4. Place the turkey in the smoker, inserting a thermometer in the breast. Smoke at 150-160°F for 3-4 hours.

5. Increase the temperature to 225°F and continue to cook until the turkey breast reaches 150°F.

6. When turkey reaches 150°F, preheat the oven to 425°F.

7. At 155°F, transfer turkey to an oven-safe roasting pan and transfer to oven.

8. Roast at 425°F until the breast reaches 165°F.

9. Remove and let rest, loosely tented, for 20-30 minutes before slicing.