#savoryturkey

This recipe for smoked holiday turkey makes a juicy, flavorful turkey that is great for Thanksgiving or any other holiday feast. The turkey smells and tastes great because of the smoked paprika, herbs, and garlic that are mixed together. It's also gluten-free, so everyone at the table can eat it.

Ingredients: 1 whole turkey 12-15 lbs, thawed if frozen. 1/2 cup olive oil. 4 cloves garlic, minced. 2 tablespoons smoked paprika. 2 tablespoons dried thyme. 2 tablespoons dried rosemary. 2 tablespoons dried sage. Salt and black pepper to taste.

Instructions: Prepare your smoker according to manufacturer's instructions, targeting a temperature of 225F. In a small bowl, mix together olive oil, minced garlic, smoked paprika, thyme, rosemary, sage, salt, and black pepper. Pat the turkey dry with paper towels and rub the spice mixture all over the turkey, including under the skin and inside the cavity. Place the turkey on the smoker grate breast side up and close the lid. Smoke the turkey for approximately 30 minutes per pound, or until the internal temperature reaches 165F in the thickest part of the breast and thigh. Once cooked, remove the turkey from the smoker and let it rest for 20-30 minutes before carving. Slice and serve the smoked holiday turkey with your favorite gluten-free side dishes.

Prep Time: 30 minutes

Cook Time: 4-5 hours

A delicious and satisfying sandwich featuring crispy bacon, refreshing cucumber, and savory turkey slices, perfect for a quick and hearty meal.

Ingredients: 6 slices bacon. 8 slices whole wheat bread. 1/2 cup mayonnaise. 1 cucumber, thinly sliced. 1 pound sliced turkey breast. 4 leaves lettuce. Salt and pepper to taste.

Instructions: In a pan over medium heat, cook bacon until it's crispy. Put the water on paper towels and set it aside. Toast the bread until it turns golden brown. Put the same amount of mayonnaise on one side of every piece of bread. Put cucumber slices on 4 pieces of bread, then turkey slices, lettuce, and bacon. Add pepper and salt to taste. Add the last few slices of bread on top to make a sandwich. Lay out the sandwiches on a diagonal and serve.

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes

Indulge in the rich, smoky flavor of this perfectly smoked turkey. The combination of a flavorful dry rub and a mix of applewood and hickory chips creates a mouthwatering experience. Ideal for holiday feasts or any special occasion.

Ingredients: 1 whole turkey 12-15 pounds. 1/2 cup kosher salt. 1/4 cup brown sugar. 2 tablespoons black pepper. 2 tablespoons paprika. 1 tablespoon garlic powder. 1 tablespoon onion powder. 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper. 1 cup applewood chips, soaked in water. 1 cup hickory chips, soaked in water.

Instructions: Rinse and pat dry the turkey. In a bowl, mix kosher salt, brown sugar, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper to create the dry rub. Rub the dry rub evenly over the turkey, including the cavity. Let it sit in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight. Prepare the smoker with a combination of applewood and hickory chips. Preheat the smoker to 225F 107C. Place the turkey on the smoker rack and smoke for approximately 30 minutes per pound or until the internal temperature reaches 165F 74C. Add soaked wood chips throughout the smoking process to maintain smoke flavor. Once done, remove the turkey from the smoker and let it rest for 15-20 minutes before carving.

Prep Time: 20 minutes

Cook Time: 4-5 hours