This holiday season, let your festivities reach new heights with a centerpiece that’s both a culinary masterpiece and a symbol of togetherness. Our Festive Smoked Turkey is a symphony of flavors, a visual masterpiece, and the heart and soul of your holiday table. It’s more than just a turkey; it’s a labor of love, a culinary journey, and a tradition that adds something truly special to your cherished celebrations.
The Main Attraction:
Our Festive Smoked Turkey is a work of art, lovingly prepared to perfection. It boasts a crispy, golden-brown skin that cradles tender, juicy meat infused with smoky allure. With every bite, you’ll taste the dedication and passion that went into creating this holiday marvel.
The Secret:
The magic lies in the smoke. Our turkey undergoes a carefully orchestrated smoking process, infusing it with a symphony of hardwood flavors. This is no ordinary bird; it’s a canvas for smoky richness, a testament to the art of barbecue, and a feast for the senses.
The Aromas:
As it smokes, the turkey releases an irresistible bouquet of aromas that fill your home with warmth and anticipation. The tantalizing scents of hickory, mesquite, or your wood of choice mingle with the gentle whispers of holiday spices, creating an olfactory symphony that sets the stage for a memorable feast.
The Presentation:
Picture it: a gleaming platter, adorned with fresh herbs and seasonal fruits, cradling your Festive Smoked Turkey. Its beautifully bronzed skin glistens in the soft glow of holiday lights, beckoning guests to gather ’round. It’s a sight that evokes awe and gratitude, a symbol of abundance and the joy of sharing.
The Gathering:
As you gather with loved ones around the holiday table, the Festive Smoked Turkey becomes a focal point of gratitude and celebration. It’s the centerpiece of cherished traditions, a conversation starter, and a reminder of the bonds that tie us together.
The Flavors:
Slice into the turkey, and you’ll discover a medley of flavors – smoky, savory, and succulent. Each bite is a journey, a blend of spices, smoke, and the essence of holiday joy. It’s a taste that lingers in your memory long after the last bite.
Beyond a Meal:
Our Festive Smoked Turkey isn’t just about satisfying hunger; it’s about creating moments that warm the heart. It’s about laughter, stories, and the joy of being together. It’s a symbol of the love and care that goes into making your holiday gatherings truly special.
Festive Smoked Turkey Recipe
Preparation Time: 25 minutes
Cooking Time: 3 hours
Serves: 6
Ingredients
- 1 cup smoking chips
- 1/2 cup brandy
- 6 lb turkey, neck and giblets removed, trimmed of excess fat
- 1/2 cup chicken stock
- 2 Tbsp vegetable oil
- 2 oz butter
- 1 leek, thinly sliced
- 4 spring onions, chopped
- 3 strips bacon
- 1 cup breadcrumbs, made from stale bread
- 2 oz. pecans, chopped
- 2 Tbsp chopped fresh sage or 1 tsp dried sage
- 2 cups rice, cooked
Directions
- Soak smoking chips in brandy in a non–reactive metal dish for 1 hour.
- To make stuffing, melt butter in a frying pan over medium heat.
- Add leek and spring onions and cook, stirring, for 3 minutes.
- Add bacon and cook for 5 minutes longer.
- Add breadcrumbs, pecans, and sage. Cook, stirring, for 5 minutes or until breadcrumbs are crisp.
- Remove from heat, add rice, and mix to combine.
- Preheat the covered barbecue to medium heat.
- Place dish, with smoking chips in, on barbecue grill. Cover the barbecue with a lid and heat for 5 – 10 minutes or until the liquid is hot.
- Spoon stuffing into the body cavity of the turkey.
- Secure openings with metal or bamboo skewers.
- Tuck wings under the body and tie legs together.
- Thread turkey onto the rotisserie spit and tie it up with string, previously soaked.
- Combine stock and oil and brush over turkey.
- Place rotisserie spit over barbecue, cover barbecue with lid and smoke, basting turkey frequently and adding brandy to dish if necessary, for 2 1/2 to 3 hours or until cooked.