Roasted Smoky Turkey Legs

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My husband and i absolutely love the smoked turkey legs that are available at the nearby theme parks. This is a close, smokeless, version of those turkey legs that hold a very special place in our hearts. The passive cooking time includes the brining time.

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Steps

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Mix the salt , brown sugar , liquid smoke and water together until all is dissolved and pour the briny mixture over the turkey legs.

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Store in a covered container in the refrigerator for 24-hours to 72-hours.

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Rinse the brine off the turkey , pat dry with paper towels and roast at 350f for about 45 minutes.

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By this time , the turkey will almost be done , but the skin will still have a pale color , so i crank the oven up to 500f and roast the legs / wings until they are a rich mahogany color , then i flip them over and roast the other side until it is also deep brown.

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Ingredients

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morton tender quick salt, brown sugar, liquid smoke, water, turkey legs