Orangey Turkey Legs

Hearty turkey drumsticks are marinated and basted with a tangy orange marinade. This is great for leftovers, but also a fine way to enjoy turkey throughout the year!

Prep Time:

15 mins

Cook Time:

1 hr 30 mins

Additional Time:

1 hr

Total Time:

2 hrs 45 mins

Servings:

Yield:

4 servings

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Ingredients

1 (11 ounce) can mandarin oranges, drained with liquid reserved
2 tablespoons distilled white vinegar
1 tablespoon brown sugar
¼ cup vegetable oil
2 turkey drumsticks
salt to taste

Directions

In a blender or food processor, mix the orange segments, vinegar, and brown sugar. Transfer to a large resealable plastic bag, and mix in the reserved mandarin orange liquid and oil. Place the turkey drumsticks in the bag, seal, and marinate in the refrigerator 1 hour.
Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
Place the marinated turkey drumsticks on the baking sheet, and season with salt.
Cover, and bake 30 minutes in the preheated oven. Remove cover, and continue baking 1 hour, basting often with the remaining orange mixture, to an internal temperature of 180 degrees F (80 degrees C).

Note

Leftover marinade may be heated and whisked with water and flour for a gravy-glaze.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

379	Calories
21g	Fat
11g	Carbs
37g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 379
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 21g	26%
Saturated Fat 4g	22%
Cholesterol 89mg	30%
Sodium 397mg	17%
Total Carbohydrate 11g	4%
Dietary Fiber 1g	2%
Total Sugars 10g
Protein 37g	74%
Vitamin C 26mg	29%
Calcium 41mg	3%
Iron 4mg	19%
Potassium 428mg	9%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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