Turkey Thighs With Maple and Sage

SarahRK's Note:

Sometimes you just want the delicious flavor of turkey without having to deal with a whole huge bird! I came up with this recipe after a lot of trial and error and I'm very pleased. The flavors in maple syrup par very well with the seasonings.

• Total Time: 3 hrs 5 mins
• Prep Time: 5 mins
• Cook Time: 3 hrs

Ingredients:

Servings: 8

• 4 turkey thighs, with skin and bone about 5 lbs
• 1 teaspoon dried sage
• 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary
• 1/4 cup maple syrup (not pancake syrup)
• 4 stalks celery
• 1 large onion, chopped
• salt
• fresh ground pepper

Directions:

1. Preheat the oven to 375. Place the thighs in a baking dish and put the vegetables around and under. Season the turkey with the herbs, salt and pepper. Cover and bake for 2 hours. Turn oven up to 450,Uncover the turkey and brush on some maple syrup, bake for 15 minutes and then brush on some more maple syrup. Continue baking until the skin is golden and the juices run clear. Strain the vegetables out of the drippings and make gravy, if desired.