1 (10 lb.) turkey, thawed
2 c. salt
1 c. brown sugar
1 tsp. pepper
1 tsp. onion powder
1 tsp. garlic powder
1 tbsp. red hot sauce
6 drops liquid smoke

Mix all ingredients (except bird) into a porcelain pan. Fill with enough water to cover bird and mix well. Add bird to brine and weight down so bird is totally covered.

Brine bird for 8 hours in a cold spot. Remove bird and drain (do not rinse). Hang on hook in smoker for 4 hours. Remove from smoker and place in oven at 350 degrees. Bake 2 hours. Cover with foil and bake 2 more hours or until bird is done. Serve hot or cold.