Roasting a smoked turkey takes just a few steps.
Smoked turkey is a turkey that has been cured for a long period of time in the smoke of different types of wood such as mesquite, hickory or apple. As a result, the meat it quite tender and has a unique aroma and smoky flavor. Smoked turkeys are often prepared for special occasions such as Christmas or Thanksgiving dinners. Since the bird is already fully cooked, it doesn't require as much baking time as a regular turkey. Add this to my Recipe Box.
Instructions
1. Place the turkey in a large cooking bag. This will keep the bird from drying out in the heat of the oven. Since the turkey is fresh and not frozen, you will not need to thaw it out. Also, since the turkey retains the flavor from the smoking process, it will not require any glaze, marinade or seasoning. Once the turkey is in the bag, place it breast side up in a large roasting pan.
2. Heat your conventional oven to 325 degrees Fahrenheit. Once it has heated, place the turkey in the oven and let it roast for 7 minutes per pound of meat. While some people choose to stuff a regular turkey, most recipes do not call for stuffing a smoked turkey. This is due to the fact that the extra cooking time needed for the stuffing will dry out a smoked turkey, and the smoky flavoring can also overpower the stuffing.
3. Microwave heating is another way to cook a smoked turkey since it is already completely cooked and only needs to be warmed up. Using a microwave will not affect the texture or the taste. Simply set your microwave to 75% power and heat 5 minutes for each pound of meat. Make sure to use a microwave-safe pan.
4. Check the temperature of your turkey with a meat thermometer before serving. It should have reached a temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit. Once you remove the turkey from the oven or microwave, let it set for approximately 25 minutes before carving. This allows the turkey to absorb all the juices and stay moist.
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