Roasted Turkey Legs
10-15 turkey legs
For the brine:
4 quarts water
1 cup brown sugar
1 cup kosher salt
1 cup white sugar
2 Tbsp. seasoning blend (your choice)
1 bay leaf
For the rub:
2 tsp. seasoning blend (BBQ Blends are nice)
1 Tbsp. chili powder
2 tsp. paprika
2 tsp. onion powder
2 tsp. salt
Preparation
Add the water with salt, white sugar, brown sugar, seasoning blend, and bay leaf in a large pot.
Bring to a boil then remove from heat.
Allow the water to cool.
Pour the cooled mixture into a large container and fill with ice.
Add the turkey legs to the brine and make sure they are submerged completely. You can set a plate or bowl over the legs to make sure they stay covered in brine. Cover the container and place in the refrigerator for at least to 6 hours. The longer you leave it in the brine, the more flavor will soak into the legs.
Preheat oven to 400.
Prepare your rub (just mix them all together in a separate bowl)
Remove the turkey legs from the brine and rinse them in cold water. Pat them dry.
Rub the dry seasonings onto the turkey legs. Try to shove as much of the seasoning under the skin and crevices.
Cover a large baking sheet with foil and bake for about 20 minutes. Turn the legs over if you like to make sure they cook evenly. Reduce the heat to 300 and roast for another 15 – 20 minutes.
You can buy the single sheet foil sections to wrap the bottom of the legs to serve.
