Turkey test run

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rsnovi

Meat Mopper
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Jul 28, 2014
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Near Ann Arbor Michigan
Hello,

I am going to smoke my first turkey tomorrow in preparation for Thanksgiving. Any recommendation on a rub that isn't full of chili powder or cumin? Maybe something a little more traditional for thanksgiving.

I have a 6 pound bone in turkey breast that came in a 15% solution.

Thanks.
 
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I end up going simple with a little bit if poultry seasoning and paprika added to it. I have had the breast in for about 1.5 hours at 300 degrees with some peach wood. I think it will be done in less than an hour from now.
 
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End result was pretty good. Sorry I didn't get any photos.

The combination of the rub and peach wood was unique and tasty. The turkey was enhanced so I didn't brine, but it was flavorful.

I am not sure if I would change anything for thanksgiving other than make a bigger turkey.
 
Thanks. I was happy to see my smoker was able to reach its max temp of 300 degrees in mid 30 degree windy weather today.

I have never had a smoker that you could use in lower than 60 degrees.
 
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