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Roasted Turkey Legs

By: KERYNE  
"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."

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What to Drink?

Wine Syrah
Prep Time:
15 Min
Cook Time:
2 Hrs
Ready In:
2 Hrs 15 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 3 servings
 

Ingredients

  • 3 stalks celery stalks, cut in thirds
  • 3 turkey legs
  • 6 tablespoons butter
  • salt to taste
  • 1/2 cup water, or as needed

Directions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Rinse the turkey legs and pat dry.
  2. 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.
  3. 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.

Nutritional Information open nutritional information

Amount Per Serving  Calories: 643 | Total Fat: 36.9g | Cholesterol: 241mg

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The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 27, 2008 by ink 
Good basic recipe. I added a few extra steps: I brined the legs with water & salt in fridge... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 4, 2007 by Megan Blumenthal 
This is a great recipe for those who love dark meat and don't want to be bothered cooking a... MORE
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Reviewed on Apr. 17, 2005 by KIRSTIBUG 
This was very easy to get together! I am not a fan of celery so I used onion instead and... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 20, 2008 by Vanessa 
Yum. Great, easy recipe. I'm a huge onion fan, so I sliced up a white onion and inserted the... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Apr. 27, 2006 by CAMBRIA913 
This was super easy and it turned out absolutely fantastic! I did add a brush of BBQ sauce... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jun. 29, 2008 by Leslie 
I could never get my turkey legs juicy and tender...and as tasty. Quick easy delicious! I also... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 8, 2007 by MoinLithonia 
My children are very particular about what they eat. I stuffed the legs with onions rather... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 18, 2006 by SYLVIE965 
Thanksgiving is only 5 days away & I want you to know how much I appreciate your recipe. ... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Apr. 16, 2009 by MrsAdams 
I added a little Jamaican jerk dry seasoning and it was great, hubby liked it too! A nice... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jun. 22, 2009 by Cam 
I love this because I can do as little or as much with it as I want depending on my moods. ... MORE

 
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