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TURKEY IN A TRASH CAN

    1 Galvanized trash can (The inside needs to be burned out. Simply
           start a nice fire inside and allow the coating to burn off. Clean
           thoroughly after. This only needs to be done once and the can
           will be reusable if cleaned after each use.)
    1 wooden stake (2" diameter, 2 1/2 feet long)
    Aluminum foil
    25 lbs. charcoal
    1 turkey
    Your favorite seasonings

Pound stake into ground. Line ground with foil to extend 10" beyond
diameter of trash can. Place turkey on stake so it is hanging 2" off the
ground (legs pointing down). Rub seasoning into skin as desired. Place
trash can upside down over turkey.
Start 20 lbs. of charcoal on fire around outside of can and also one
layer on top of inverted can. This creates a natural convection
oven which will reach a VERY high temperature. Allow about
5 minutes per pound when cooking turkey, or when internal
temperature is at least 180F.
Add more charcoal as needed to top and/or bottom to maintain
a constant heat source throughout the cooking period.

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