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Two roasted turkey legs on a silver plate with floral trim
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Perfect Turkey Legs

Equipment

  • baking sheet with fitted wire rack
  • aluminum foil

Ingredients

  • 2 turkey legs
  • 1.5 Tsp garlic salt
  • 1.5 Tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 Tsp black pepper
  • 2-3 Tbsp melted butter

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees.
  • Combine the seasonings in a small bowl.
  • Place your turkey legs on a wire rack fitted inside of a baking sheet. Baste the turkey legs all over with the melted butter & season on all sides with the seasoning.
  • Cook the turkey legs on 450 uncovered for 25 minutes. Then, remove the turkey legs from the oven and cover with aluminum foil. Return to the oven and cook for another 40 or so minutes or until the internal temperature reads 165 degrees.
  • Remove from the oven and let it rest, covered, for 20 minutes. Do not lift the foil, even for a peak! This step is very important. This will ensure that your turkey legs are perfectly cooked.