Turkey Osso Buco Recipe

Name: Turkey Osso Buco
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 teaspoon dried thyme; 2 whole turkey legs (about 31/4 pounds total), cut at joints into drumsticks and thighs, skin removed; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 2 medium onions, chopped; 2 medium carrots, peeled, chopped; 2 celery stalks, chopped; 6 garlic cloves, minced, divided; 1/2 cup dry red wine; 1 28-ounce can diced tomatoes in juice; 1/4 cup chopped fresh Italian parsley; 1 teaspoon grated lemon peel

Servings: persons

1 teaspoon dried thyme
2 whole turkey legs (about 31/4 pounds total), cut at joints into drumsticks and thighs, skin removed
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 medium onions, chopped
2 medium carrots, peeled, chopped
2 celery stalks, chopped
6 garlic cloves, minced, divided
1/2 cup dry red wine
1 28-ounce can diced tomatoes in juice
1/4 cup chopped fresh Italian parsley
1 teaspoon grated lemon peel

1
Rub thyme over turkey; sprinkle with salt and pepper.
2
Transfer to 6-quart slow cooker.
3
Heat oil in large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
4
Add onions, carrots, and celery; saute 8 minutes.
5
Stir in 4 minced garlic cloves.
6
Transfer vegetables to slow cooker.
7
Add wine to skillet; boil until reduced by 1/3, about 1 minute.
8
Pour wine and tomatoes with juice over turkey.
9
Cover; cook on high until turkey is very tender and falls off bone, about 5 1/2 hours.
10
Mix parsley, peel, and remaining garlic in bowl for gremolata.
11
Using slotted spoon, remove turkey from pot.
12
Pull meat from bones; divide meat among 6 bowls.
13
Season sauce with salt and pepper; spoon over turkey.
14
Sprinkle with gremolata.

403

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 teaspoon dried thyme, 2 whole turkey legs (about 31/4 pounds total), cut at joints into drumsticks and thighs, skin removed, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 2 medium onions, chopped, and more.

Yes, Turkey Osso Buco 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.

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Turkey Osso Buco

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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