House-smoked Turkey Leg Recipe
House-smoked turkey leg with potatoes au gratin and bacon-braised green beans.
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Ingredients
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House-Smoked Turkey Leg
Potatoes au Gratin
Bacon-Braised Green Beans
Method
House-Smoked Turkey Leg
- 1
Prepare the Turkey Legs
In a bowl, mix smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Rub this mixture all over the turkey legs. Let marinate for at least 2 hours or overnight in the refrigerator.
- 2
Potatoes au Gratin
- 3
Prepare the Potatoes
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Slice the potatoes thinly and set aside.
- 4
Make the Gratin
In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add garlic and cook until fragrant. Stir in heavy cream, salt, and black pepper. In a greased baking dish, layer the sliced potatoes, pour the cream mixture over, and top with shredded cheese. Bake for 45-50 minutes until golden and bubbly.
Bacon-Braised Green Beans
- 5
Cook the Bacon
In a large skillet, cook chopped bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove the bacon and set aside, leaving the drippings in the pan.
- 6
Braised Green Beans
In the same skillet, add trimmed green beans and minced garlic. Sauté for a few minutes, then add chicken broth. Cover and simmer for about 10-15 minutes. Season with salt and black pepper, then stir in the cooked bacon before serving.