Smoked Turkey Legs

These Smoked Turkey Legs are tender, juicy, and oozing with flavor in every bite.

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This recipe costs $15.73 to make. The recipe makes six servings for approximately $2.62 per serving.

Ingredients AND ESTIMATED COST

– Turkey legs – $13.44 – Kosher salt – $1.25 – Onion powder – $0.16 – Garlic powder – $0.19 – Paprika – $0.33 PER SERVING COST: $2.62 PER SERVING COST: $2.62 RECIPE COST: $15.73 RECIPE COST: $15.73 Get Recipe

NOTE: The recipe prices are calculated by using grocery store websites. The recipe cost is calculated by the amounts needed for the recipe. Get Recipe

Step-by-step instructions!

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First, bring ten cups of water, salt, and sugar to a boil, stirring until the salt and sugar are dissolved.

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Then, add the remaining brining ingredients to the pot and remove from the heat.

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Pour the mixture into a brining bucket and enough cold water to make at least 16 cups.

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Place the turkey legs in the brining solution and set it in the fridge to brine for four to six hours.

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Using a small bowl, stir together the rub seasonings.

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