Cranberry and Tequila Turkey Legs

This is a great recipe for turkey legs. The combination of the cranberry juice, lime juice, and the chipotle peppers, makes this a delicious tart and spicy dish.

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 1 hour, 00 minutes

Ingredients:

• 6 turkey drumsticks
• 1 can cranberry sauce
• 1/4 cup cranberry juice
• 1/4 cup tequila
• 1/4 cup lime juice
• 3 chipotle peppers (in adobo sauce) minced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon lime zest
• 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
• 1 teaspoon parsley flakes
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Preparation:

Place drumsticks in a large baking dish. Combine cranberry juice, 1 tablespoon tequila, 1 teaspoon lime peel, 2 tablespoons lime juice, and garlic in a small mixing bowl. Pour mixture over drumsticks, cover, and allow to marinate in refrigerator for 2-4 hours.

Preheat grill for medium-high heat. Place remaining ingredients in a small saucepan. Bring mixture to a boil and allow to simmer for 5-7 minutes. Remove turkey and place on grill rack. Discard marinade. Cover and allow to cook for 50-60 minutes. Brush with prepared sauce throughout cooking. Once turkey is cooked, remove from heat and serve.

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