The Maple Orange Glazed Turkey is a flavorful dish that begins by spatchcocking a 15 lb. turkey, which involves removing the backbone and flattening the bird. The turkey is then brined in a solution made from Sweetwater Spice Classic Holiday Turkey Bath, Jacobsen Salt Co. Kosher Sea Salt, and water for an hour per pound. After brining, it’s seasoned under the skin with Cattleman’s Grill Ranchero Seasoning and butter pats are placed on the breasts under the skin to ensure moisture. The turkey is cooked on a Yoder Smokers YS640s Pellet Grill at 375°F for about 90 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 155°F. While it cooks, a Maple Orange Glaze is prepared by reducing a mixture of fresh orange juice, Tapped Maple Syrup, chicken stock, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, and fresh thyme. Once the turkey rests, the glaze is brushed over it, giving it a sweet, tangy finish.
