Ingredients
3celery stalks,cut in thirds
3turkey legs
6tbspsbutter
salt,to taste
½cupwater,or as needed
Preparation
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Rinse the turkey legs and pat dry.
Stand the turkey legs upright (as if the turkey were standing). Press a knife downward into the deep tissue, creating 2 or 3 long pockets. Press a piece of celery into each opening.
Pull back the skin on the legs, rub with butter, and season with a little salt. Put the skin back into place, rub with more butter, and season lightly with salt. Lay the legs in a roasting pan.
Roast uncovered for 1½ to 2 hours, until the legs are golden brown and the internal temperature is 180 degrees F when taken with a meat thermometer.
Add more water if needed while roasting, and baste occasionally with the juices or butter.
