turkey legs are actually a very forgiving ingredient. Because of their dark meat, they have more fat to keep them succulent during long periods of cooking. Did we mention that they're super cheap too?

and take great care not to rip the skin when you remove the muslin after cooking. (Alternatively, soften the butter and spread it over the breast and legs.) Use the giblets to make a turkey stock ...

You need bacon, spices.” His flavorful Thanksgiving turkey two ways keeps the breast from drying out before the legs are done. Dust the turkey-leg meat with salt, pepper, and 2 tablespoons of flour.

Use our roast calculator to find exact turkey cooking times. For this recipe ... I love a Bronze turkey for its nice thick breast and juicy legs.