Shelly's Recipe

CAJUN STYLE TURKEY

Category: Turkey

3 tablespoons smoked paprika
3 tablespoons kosher salt
1 1/2 tablespoons garlic powder
1 1/2 tablespoons dried oregano leaves
1 1/2 tablespoons dried thyme leaves
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 tablespoons vegetable oil

*For a bone-in turkey breast, divide recipe in half.
*Do not touch eyes or face when preparing or applying rub as cayenne pepper may burn!

To make Cajun Rub, mix together paprika, salt, garlic powder, oregano, thyme and cayenne pepper, breaking up any lumps. (Yield: about 1/2 cup)

Brush turkey with oil; rub Cajun Rub over turkey as evenly as possible, working it under the skin when possible. (Turkey may be coated with Cajun rub and refrigerated for up to 2 hours.)

Note:
— For lemony Cajun rub, add 2 tablespoons grated lemon peel.
— For spicier Cajun rub, increase cayenne pepper to 2 teaspoons or to taste.