Turkey Pastrami

Directions

1. 1
   In a small sauce pan, combine water, sugar and salt; bring to a boil, stirring until solids dissolve.
2. 2
   Remove from heat and add dry spice mixture.
3. 3
   Let cool.
4. 4
   In a nonreactive container pour cooled brine mixture over turkey breast until completely covered.
5. 5
   Refrigerate, covered, for 48 hours.
6. 6
   Preheat oven to 250 degrees.
7. 7
   Remove turkey from brine and rinse under cold water.
8. 8
   Dry thoroughly with paper towels.
9. 9
   Using the palms of your hands, press 2/3 of dry rub mixture onto skin side of breast.
10. 10
    Press remaining mixture onto other side.
11. 11
    Place breast on a rack, skin-side down and bake for 1 1/2 hours.
12. 12
    Cool and wrap tightly in plastic.
13. 13
    It will only improve in flavor if aged for up to 1 week.