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Roasted Smoky Turkey Legs

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Prep
24 hrs
Cook
2 hrs 30 min
Total
26 hrs 30 min
Servings
10 servings

Categories

  • Main Course
  • Roasting

Servings & Nutrition

Original recipe serves 10. Current scale: 1x.

Calories 370 per serving 3700 for selected servings
Fat 18g per serving 180g for selected servings
Sugar 10g per serving 100g for selected servings
Protein 40g per serving 400g for selected servings
Carbohydrates 11g per serving 110g for selected servings

Nutrition and servings are approximate based on the ingredient list. Please verify for dietary or medical needs.

Roasted turkey legs cured with Morton Tender Quick, brown sugar, and liquid smoke for a smoky, savory main dish.

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Equipment

Large container or brining bag, roasting pan, oven

Ingredients

  • 10 turkey legs
  • 1 cup Morton Tender Quick salt
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons liquid smoke
  • Water, enough to cover turkey legs

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Instructions

  1. Dissolve Morton Tender Quick salt and brown sugar in enough water to cover the turkey legs.

  2. Stir in liquid smoke.

  3. Add turkey legs, cover, and refrigerate for 24 hours.

  4. Preheat oven to 350°F.

  5. Remove turkey legs from brine and pat dry.

  6. Place turkey legs in a roasting pan.

  7. Roast for about 2 hours 30 minutes, or until cooked through and browned.

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