Cooking a turkey is a great way to feed a large group of people, and smoked turkeys are especially flavorful.

If you’re Smoking a turkey from the grocery store for the first time, you might be wondering how long to cook it.

The cook time for smoking a turkey will depend on the size of the turkey, the type of smoker, and the temperature that you are smoking at.

If you have a frozen turkey, you will need to allow ample time to defrost.

Cook your turkey at 325 degrees F for about 30 minutes per pound.

You don’t want to undercook or overcook your turkey.

When smoking a whole turkey, the best way to ensure it is cooked properly is to use an aluminum foil drip pan.

It is important to use a meat thermometer when smoking a turkey.

The general rule of thumb is to cook the turkey until the internal temperature of the breast meat is 170 degrees Fahrenheit

Pick out a great recipe, throw your turkey in an aluminum pan, and start the smoking process!

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