Caveman Pops (aka Roasted Turkey Legs) Recipe

Name: Caveman Pops (aka Roasted Turkey Legs)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 10 whole Turkey Legs; 4 quarts Water; 1 cup Kosher Salt; 1 cup Sugar; 1 cup Brown Sugar; 2 Tablespoons Seasoning Blend (I Used Montreal); 1 whole Bay Leaf; Dry Rub; 2 Tablespoons Chili Powder (less If You Don't Like Things Too Spicy!); 2 teaspoons Seasoning Blend (I Used Montreal); 2 teaspoons Paprika; 2 teaspoons Onion Salt

Servings: persons

10 whole Turkey Legs
4 quarts Water
1 cup Kosher Salt
1 cup Sugar
1 cup Brown Sugar
2 Tablespoons Seasoning Blend (I Used Montreal)
1 whole Bay Leaf
Dry Rub
2 Tablespoons Chili Powder (less If You Don't Like Things Too Spicy!)
2 teaspoons Seasoning Blend (I Used Montreal)
2 teaspoons Paprika
2 teaspoons Onion Salt

1
In a pot, combine water with the salt, sugar, brown sugar, 2 tablespoons seasoning blend, and bay leaf.
2
Bring to a boil then remove from heat.
3
Allow to cool, then pour into a large container or bowl filled with ice.
4
When mixture is cold, submerge turkey in the brine.
5
Cover the container and brine in the refrigerator for 4 to 6 hours, more if you have time.
6
Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
7
Mix the dry rub ingredients.
8
Remove the turkey legs from the brine and rinse them under cold water.
9
Pat them dry.
10
Rub the dry rub all over the turkey legs, getting under the skin when you can.
11
Roast on a baking sheet in the oven for 20 minutes, then reduce the heat to 300 and roast for another 15 minutes, or until turkey is cooked through.
12
(Update: larger legs will require longer cooking time.)
13
Remove them from oven and wrap the bottom of the legs with aluminum foil for serving.
14
Dig in!

883

kcal

Calories

Fat

105

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 10 whole Turkey Legs, 4 quarts Water, 1 cup Kosher Salt, 1 cup Sugar, and more.

Yes, Caveman Pops (aka Roasted Turkey Legs) falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Caveman Pops (aka Roasted Turkey Legs)

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