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Embark on a delectable journey with our collection of baked turkey leg recipes, meticulously curated to tantalize your taste buds. Savor the juicy, succulent flavors of tender turkey legs elevated by a symphony of herbs, spices, and Connie's secret ingredients. From classic roasted turkey legs to tantalizing variations like honey-glazed, BBQ-infused, and herb-crusted creations, our recipes offer a diverse range of culinary experiences. Whether you prefer a crispy golden-brown exterior or a fall-off-the-bone tenderness, our detailed instructions guide you through every step, ensuring perfect results every time. Prepare to indulge in a feast fit for royalty as you create Connie's signature baked turkey legs, a dish that will leave your family and friends craving for more.

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BAKED TURKEY LEGS CONNIE'S

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Have you ever had the urge for roasted turkey but didn't want to roast an entire turkey? Well, this baked turkey leg recipe is your answer. It's all the flavors you get from a whole roasted turkey, but you just get juicy dark met. So easy to prepare, these turkey legs have the perfect balance of seasoning and a slight citrus...

Provided by Connie Ottman

Categories Turkey

Time 1h35m

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

2 fat turkey legs
1/2 stick butter, softened
1/2 tsp poultry seasoning (more if you like)
salt and pepper, to taste
1 lemon or orange, zested
1/4 c chicken broth
2 stalk(s) celery, peeled and diced (optional)
2 carrots, diced (optional)

Steps:

1. Rinse turkey legs and pat dry. Slip the skin of the turkey back over the leg. This is done by slipping your fingers between the skin and meat of the leg.
2. Smear butter onto meat on both sides of the leg.
3. Sprinkle meat with poultry seasoning, salt, and pepper.
4. Secure skin back over the leg.
5. Cover legs on both side with lemon or orange zest.
6. Place foil in the bottom of a long rectangular pan. If you wish, dice carrots and celery and add to pan.
7. Add chicken broth to pan.
8. Place turkey legs in pan.
9. Roast legs at 350 degrees for one hour and twenty minutes.
10. CAUTION: Do not over bake and since ovens are different, start checking on the turkey leg temperature after one hour. Turkey temperature should be 175 degrees when you take it from the oven.
11. When ready, take turkey legs from oven and let rest 15 minutes to redistribute the juices.
12. Taste your broth. If it's to your liking, spoon on turkey legs. If not, add salt, pepper, and a little butter and warm. Then spoon over turkey legs.

ROASTED TURKEY LEGS

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This is a great way to have a small scale turkey dinner anytime of the year. Serve with rice, noodles, or dressing. This recipe can also be increased very easily.

Provided by KERYNE

Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Turkey Legs

Time 2h15m

Yield 3

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

3 stalks celery stalks, cut in thirds
3 turkey legs
6 tablespoons butter
salt to taste
½ cup water, or as needed

Steps:

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Rinse the turkey legs and pat dry.
Stand the turkey legs upright (as if the turkey were standing). Press a knife downward into the deep tissue, creating 2 or 3 long pockets. Press a piece of celery into each opening. Pull back the skin on the legs, rub with butter, and season with a little salt. Put the skin back into place, rub with more butter, and season lightly with salt. Lay the legs in a roasting pan.
Roast uncovered for 1 1/2 to 2 hours, until the legs are golden brown and the internal temperature is 180 degrees F (82 degrees C) when taken with a meat thermometer. Add more water if needed while roasting, and baste occasionally with the juices or butter.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 643.1 calories, Carbohydrate 1.2 g, Cholesterol 239.4 mg, Fat 36.9 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 73.1 g, SaturatedFat 18.9 g, Sodium 399.4 mg, Sugar 0.7 g

Tips:

Choose the right turkey legs: Look for fresh or frozen turkey legs that are about 1 1/2 to 2 pounds each. Make sure the legs are free of any blemishes or bruises.
Brine the turkey legs: Brining the turkey legs helps to keep them moist and flavorful. To brine the turkey legs, dissolve 1/2 cup of salt and 1/4 cup of sugar in 1 gallon of water. Place the turkey legs in the brine and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or up to overnight.
Season the turkey legs: Before baking, season the turkey legs with your favorite seasonings. Some popular seasonings include salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika.
Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit (190 degrees Celsius) before baking the turkey legs.
Roast the turkey legs: Place the turkey legs in a roasting pan and bake for 1 1/2 to 2 hours, or until the internal temperature of the turkey legs reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit (74 degrees Celsius).
Let the turkey legs rest: After baking, let the turkey legs rest for 10 minutes before carving and serving.

Conclusion:

Baked turkey legs are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for any occasion. By following these tips, you can ensure that your baked turkey legs are moist, flavorful, and perfectly cooked. Enjoy!