Turkey

[Mar1984]

I have a 18 pound turkey. Everything I've read says it's best not to smoke it whole, but to either spatchcock or completely cut it in half. What would be the best way? If recommending spatchcock or cutting it half, what temperature and how long to smoke it for?

 

[sparkyv]

Last year we did the spatchcock. I wasn't impressed with the results. I'm smoking it whole this year. I don't think it comes out better, but it does cook a little quicker.

 

[Cowboy1955]

Smoke ours whole
Welcome from Texas to the group!

 

[WT2121]

I prefer whole. Tried spatchcock and did not like. I use a modified Traeger maple syrup brined recipe. Smoke at 225 with pecan pellets. Inject under skin unsalted butter on breasts and thighs. 13 pound takes about 7 hours usually. I have a 14 pound in the freezer waiting for Thanksgiving.

 

[WT2121]

Couple of pics from last summer

 

[Sparky]

Welcome to the club from Texas

 

[bobissmokin]

Welcome!

 

[Mike From R.I.]

Welcome from Rhode Island.