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Step 1
For the brine:
Step 2
Whisk together the water, kosher salt and sugar to create your brine.
Step 3
Once the liquid turns clear, place 3 turkey legs in a gallon zip-top bag and pour over half of the brine to cover. Repeat with the remaining 3 turkey legs then refrigerate for 1 hour to overnight.
Step 4
For the turkey rub:
Step 5
In a small mixing bowl, combine all the ingredients for the turkey rub and mix to combine.
Step 6
To cook:
Step 7
Remove the turkey legs from the brine and pat dry.
Step 8
Season the turkey legs with all of the turkey rub and place onto a sheet tray with a wire rack and allow them to marinate for 15 minutes.
Step 9
While the turkey legs are marinating, preheat your oven to 425°F.
Step 10
Once the oven is up to temp, roast the turkey legs on the wire rack for 45 minutes or until the skin is golden-brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
Step 11
Remove from the oven allow the turkey legs to rest for 5 minutes, then serve with your favorite barbecue sauce, blue cheese or ranch dressing.