As the leaves start to change color and the air becomes crisp thoughts turn to the upcoming holiday season and time spent with family. And what would Thanksgiving be without a beautifully browned juicy and flavorful turkey taking center stage on the table? For many, the bird of choice is a honey baked smoked turkey from HoneyBaked Ham. This tender and delicious meat has become a staple at Thanksgiving feasts across the country.
A Little Background on HoneyBaked Ham
The origins of HoneyBaked Ham date back to the 1950s when Harry J. Hoenselaar opened the first store in Detroit, Michigan. He pioneered a spiral-slicing technique and unique curing process that locked in moisture and flavor. HoneyBaked Ham expanded over the years, and today there are over 400 retail stores and cafes nationwide. While they are famous for their ham, their honey roasted and smoked turkeys are equally as popular for the holidays.
Why Choose a Honey Baked Smoked Turkey?
There are many reasons why a HoneyBaked smoked turkey is a fantastic centerpiece for your Thanksgiving meal Here are some of the top benefits
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Convenience – No need to wake up at the crack of dawn to slide a raw turkey in the oven. HoneyBaked does all the prep work for you. You just heat and serve when ready.
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Juicy and tender meat – Their special smoking and glazing process ensures the turkey stays incredibly moist No dry turkey here!
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Packed with flavor – The sweet honey glaze perfectly complements the smoked turkey meat, giving it a delicious sweet and savory flavor.
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Beautiful presentation – Gorgeous golden brown turkey delivered in an elegant foil pan is sure to impress your guests.
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Fewer leftovers – With its moistness and flavor, you may find there aren’t as many leftovers as with a traditional baked turkey.
How HoneyBaked Smokes Their Turkeys
The secret to HoneyBaked’s mouthwatering smoked turkey is in their proprietary smoking process. All their turkeys are free of hormones, steroids and preservatives. They slowly smoke each turkey over a blend of hardwood chips, locking in flavor and moisture. The turkeys are rotated on a rotisserie to get perfectly even coverage of smoke. After smoking, they get hand-glazed with a sweet mixture of corn syrup, honey, and brown sugar. This helps form an irresistible crust.
How to Prepare Your HoneyBaked Smoked Turkey
One of the best things about HoneyBaked turkeys is that most of the work is already done for you. Here are some tips for preparing your turkey:
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Thaw – Thaw frozen turkey in the refrigerator 1-2 days before cooking. This helps evenly distribute moisture.
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Remove plastic – Take the turkey out of the foil pan and plastic wrap. Place back in pan.
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** Preheat oven** – Heat oven to 300°F.
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Heat – Bake turkey for 2-2.5 hours until heated through (165°F internal temp). Baste occasionally with juices.
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Make gravy – Use the leftover juices from the foil pan to make a delicious gravy, adding chicken or turkey stock as needed.
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Let rest – Allow turkey to rest for 15 minutes before carving. This helps retain moisture.
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Carve and serve – Carve turkey into slices and serve warm with side dishes and gravy. Enjoy!
Ideas for Side Dishes
A HoneyBaked smoked turkey deserves some classic Thanksgiving side dishes. Here are some tasty options:
- Fluffy mashed potatoes
- Stuffing or dressing with herbs and veggies
- Green bean casserole topped with crispy fried onions
- Cranberry sauce to complement the turkey
- Roasted sweet potatoes with brown sugar and pecans
- Dinner rolls or biscuits to soak up the gravy
- A crisp green salad with vinaigrette
Don’t forget pies or other desserts to end your feast on a sweet note. Pumpkin, pecan, apple, or your family favorite!
Ordering Your HoneyBaked Turkey
You will want to order your HoneyBaked smoked turkey 1-2 weeks in advance to make sure you get the size you need. Here are some tips:
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Check the turkey calculator on their website to determine what size to order for your number of guests.
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See what pre-set heat and serve packages they offer for different party sizes. This makes pickup easy.
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Order online or visit your local HoneyBaked store. Select your preferred turkey size and pickup date.
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Specify if you want a bone-in or boneless turkey. Both are moist and flavorful.
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Pick up your turkey on the designated date. Reheat before serving on Thanksgiving.
Enjoy a Memorable Thanksgiving Meal
There’s nothing quite like savoring thin slices of smoked turkey glazed in sweet honey at your Thanksgiving table. It’s sure to become a new family tradition. With minimal effort, you can present an impressive, delicious turkey without the hassle or waking up early to slave over a hot oven. Let HoneyBaked Ham do the hard work for you so you can relax and enjoy time with your loved ones this holiday season. Their smoked turkeys will leave your guests begging for leftovers.
Our Famous Brisket Chili (GF)
Homemade chili made with our smoked brisketCup • Bowl
A cup of our famous Brisket Chili with a House Salad
Baked Beans GF Potato Salad GF Coleslaw GF Mac & Cheese Bar-B-Q Corn on the Cob GF Collard Greens GF French Fries Fresh Fruit GF
Substitute
Not-So-Naked Potato GF Onion Rings Brisket Chili GF House Salad
Hand-breaded and crispySmall BasketLarge Basket to share
White queso with pico de gallo and jalapeno cheddar sausage. Served with fresh tortilla chips
White queso and shredded cheddar topped with pico de gallo and chipotle crema. Choice of jalapeno cheddar sausage, pulled pork, or chicken
Your choice of Buffalo, Honey Habanero BBQ, Morgan Co. White, or Carolina Mustard sauce and served with carrots and celery
6 Wings | 12 Wings | 18 Wings
Four halves of our Southern-style stuffed eggs
Loaded Mac & Cheese
Our famous mac & cheese topped with barbecue pork and scallions. Great as a meal or as a side dish to share!
(this item does not come with two trimmings)
Option: Substitute beef brisket
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FAQ
How to cook a smoked turkey from HoneyBaked Ham?
Our whole turkeys are fully cooked and ready to enjoy. From thawed, take the turkey out of the refrigerator and remove from bag. Place in a roasting pan breast side up then loosely cover with aluminum foil and bake for 1 1/2 – 2 hours or until warm. Carve, serve and refrigerate unused portions immediately.
Is HoneyBaked smoked turkey good?
This honey-smoked turkey is sweet and light; it may be the best you’ve ever had! The breast meat is moist and juicy, and the honey makes a nice thin sauce. We never have leftovers!
Does HoneyBaked Ham sell smoked turkeys?
Our classic Oven-Roasted turkey breast is already cooked, sliced and a bit sweet then hand crafted with our signature HoneyBaked glaze. The subtle aroma featured in our Smoked Turkey Breast is only enhanced by the hand-finished sweet and crunchy glaze.
How do you smoke a honey baked turkey?
To smoke a honey baked smoked turkey, you’ll need: Instructions: 1. Preheat your smoker to 200-225 degrees Fahrenheit. 2. Rinse the turkey inside and out and pat dry with paper towels. 3. In a small bowl, combine the honey, brown sugar, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt. 4. Rub the turkey with the honey mixture inside and out.
Does Honeybaked smoke a Turkey?
For over 65 years, HoneyBaked has perfected smoking juicy, moist turkeys Their process includes HoneyBaked offers whole smoked turkeys from 10-16 lbs. For smaller groups, they have boneless turkey breast, wings, thighs and more.
How to cook a honey baked smoked turkey in a crock pot?
To cook a honey baked smoked turkey in a Crock-Pot, you’ll need: Instructions: 1. Rinse the turkey inside and out and pat dry with paper towels. 2. In a small bowl, combine the honey, brown sugar, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt. 3. Rub the turkey with the honey mixture inside and out. 4.
What is a honey smoked turkey breast?
This Honey Smoked Turkey Breast is a boneless, skin-less Turkey Breast smoked on my Traeger Pellet Grill – and then topped with a Honey Glaze and raw, turbinado sugar to create a sweet and crispy bark. EQUIPMENT USED IN THIS RECIPE: How to cook a honey baked smoked turkey in a crock pot?
What is a honey baked ham smoked turkey?
A honey baked ham smoked turkey from HoneyBaked is an amazing centerpiece for your holiday table. With their proprietary smoking method and sweet honey glaze these turkeys offer next-level flavor your guests will love. In this article I’ll provide tips on selecting, preparing, and serving a HoneyBaked smoked turkey for spectacular results.
How to cook a honey baked smoked turkey in a pressure cooker?
To cook a honey baked smoked turkey in a pressure cooker, you’ll need: Instructions: 1. Rinse the turkey inside and out and pat dry with paper towels. 2. In a small bowl, combine the honey, brown sugar, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt. 3. Rub the turkey with the honey mixture inside and out.