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6 pound turkey breast, rinsed
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In a large saucepan filled with 1/2 gallon of water, bring water to a simmer.
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Add all Brine ingredients and stir.
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Allow to come to a boil, then cool broth.
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Add turkey and place in refrigerator for 2 to 4 hours.
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*Cook's Note: In a large saucepan filled with ice, pour brine and mix, allowing ice cubes to melt.
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Brine should be cool to the touch.
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Place bacon strips onto cookie sheet.
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Place in oven for 12 to 14 minutes.
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Remove from the oven and drain on paper towels.
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Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F
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Remove turkey from brine and place into a roasting pan.
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Pat dry turkey.
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Combine mayonnaise, olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, Italian seasoning, salt and black pepper.
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Rub this mixture all over the turkey breast and under the skin.
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Place in the oven and roast for about 1 1/2 hours or until the turkey reaches 165 degrees F on an instant-read thermometer.
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Make sure to let the turkey rest before slicing.
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Slice the turkey and assemble the sandwiches by topping 1 piece of bread with the Cilantro Mayonnaise Sauce, turkey, bacon, another piece of bread, Cilantro Mayonnaise Sauce, turkey, tomato, lettuce, avocado, and a final piece of bread spread with the Cilantro Mayonnaise Sauce.
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Repeat with remaining bread and ingredients.
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Combine all the ingredients and mix well.