BBQ and Grilled Turkey Recipe

[Blackshirt BBQ]

So I tried Meathead’s smoked turkey recipe (a practice run for Thanksgiving). I think it was a success. The turkey was very moist and tender. I’m not a huge turkey fan myself, but this was good. I think the gravy was a little too sweet and not salty enough. I did a horrible job of carving the bird (in my opinion). I’d love to hear some helpful tips and tricks from you guys before I do the one that counts next month.

[EdF]

When you cut the breast, do it across it, maybe 3/4" slices. You can separate it from the bones first. Here's Ed's Mighty Norman Rockwell style: https://pitmaster.amazingribs.com/fo...ockwell-turkey

[Blackshirt BBQ]

Thank you sir!!

[CaptainMike]

Nicely done! That is one of my favorite cooks.

[CaptainMike]

I've learned to separate the breasts from the carcass and then slice across the grain. Use a filet or similarly slender knife to free up the breasts.

[EdF]

Yep, what CaptainMike said!

[Blackshirt BBQ]

That’s what I attempted to do. But I felt like I did it wrong.

[jecucolo]

Boom! Turkey looks good!

[Mr. Bones]

Looks Tasty, how was th smoke profile?

What kinda pellets were utilized, seasonins, etc...??? 225°??? Did ya go by th receipt, or riff on it, some?

It's 'That Time of Year', so lotsa folks are gonna wanna know how to set up their pellet cookers to succeed...

[Mr. Bones]

Excellent information, amigo!
I appreciate yer takin th time to share with Th Pit, as I'm certain there will be many Turkey questions, in th weeks to some...

[Ahumadora]

I cook mine at 325f the whole time, but i am using a stick burner.

[Mr. Bones]

Ahumadora I agree, wholeheartedly, amigo!
I also use sticks fer mine, as well as others... best, in my opinion...
(Did 83 turkeys, last year, 65 hams, an other misc. )

That bein said, I reckon there's a lotta members with pellet cookers, wantin to do their very best, come Thanksgivin Day...