Ingredients:

 3 Pounds FRESH TURKEY BREAST

 1 Cup Brown Sugar

 1 Cup Kosher Salt

 1 Quart Water














1. Debone the turkey breast and remove the skin, yielding about 2 pounds EP (Edible Portion).

2. In a large bowl, dissolve the sugar and salt in the water. Place the turkey in the sugar/salt solution, cover and refrigerate. Allow to brine for 6 to 12 hours. Remove from the sugar/salt solution and pat dry.

3. Prepare the smoker or in lieu of a professional smoker, place soaked applewood chips in a deep hotel pan. Place the turkey on a rack elevated over the chips.

4. Cover with a lid or heavy-duty aluminum foil and place over medium-low heat, smoking until the breast reaches an internal temperature of 170 degrees F. Replenish wood chips about every 30 minutes.

5. You may substitute 2 pounds EP smoked turkey breast available from a purveyor.

6. Dice the fully cooked turkey into 1/2 pieces. Cover and refrigerate.


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