Honey-Brined and Smoked Turkey

Name: Honey-Brined and Smoked Turkey
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 165 min
Total time: 185 min
Yield: 12
Ingredients: 1 turkey, 12-14 lbs., washed; 7 quarts very cold water; 2 quarts of vegetable stock; 1 pound honey; 1 cup kosher salt; 1 bunch of fresh thyme; 2 tablespoons whole peppercorns; Vegetable Oil

Prep Time

20m

Cook Time

2h 45m

Total Time

3h 5m

This honey-brined and smoked turkey recipe infuses the meat with a sweet and savory flavor. The turkey is soaked in a brine of cold water, vegetable stock, honey, salt, thyme, and peppercorns before being smoked to perfection. The result is a juicy and flavorful turkey that is perfect for any occasion.