Remove giblets and neck if included. Rub the turkey inside and out with olive oil or melted butter. Combine the salt, pepper, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne (if using).

That said, our panel judged the Big Green Egg's turkey to be their least favorite ... or a butt of nicely smoked pork. The meat was moist and tender and had a good deal of smoke flavor.

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