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Step 1
Combine all ingredients in a large pot. Stir until salt and sugar dissolve. Bring to a boil, then turn off heat and cover.
Step 2
Allow to cool completely, then pour into a large brining bag or pot. Place uncooked turkey in brine solution, then refrigerate for 16 to 24 hours.
Step 3
When ready to roast turkey, remove turkey from brine. Submerge turkey in a pot or sink of fresh, cold water. Allow to sit in clean water for 15 minutes to remove excess salt from the outside.
Step 4
Discard brine. Remove turkey from clean water, pat dry, and cook according to your normal roasting method.
Step 5
Pat turkey breast dry and apply BBQ rub
Step 6
Set up the Big Green Egg for indirect cooking measured to 250°
Step 7
Use a drip pan full of water sitting on top of the convEGGerator
Step 8
Add chunks of a light flavored wood (e.g. Pecan, Apple) for the smoke
Step 9
Once the temp stabilizes and you see the thin blue smoke place the turkey breast inside
Step 10
Smoke for 1.5 hours or until the turkey measures 145° internally
Step 11
Increase the heat in the Big Green Egg to 300° and cook turkey for another 30 minutes or until it measures 155° internally
Step 12
Remove the turkey breast and let rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving