Enjoy a Minimalist Thanksgiving Dinner

The best holiday in our eyes is just around the corner, and we’re not in a rush to bring out the Christmas decorations here at AEI Corporation— not until Thanksgiving has been fully enjoyed and cherished. Expressing gratitude is a family tradition that has lasted for generations. It’s a time to show love and appreciation to our loved ones, teach children what truly matters in life, and grow wiser together.

That’s exactly why we’ve poured a lot of heart and effort into ensuring our PGS A Series grills are powerful, durable, reliable, and beautiful. No matter whether you choose a PGS grill fueled by liquid propane or natural gas, you can be confident you’re getting a grill made in the USA, one that’s built to last, and the perfect outdoor appliance to enhance your Thanksgiving celebrations.

PGS A Series grills are perfect for grilling throughout the year. With high-quality, weather-resistant components and versatile storage solutions, you’ll be able to use your grill even in bad weather as long as you have a partially enclosed patio. Plus, there are plenty of mounting, installation, and storage options, along with OEM parts, to make maintenance simple and straightforward.

Thanksgiving Smoked Turkey Leg Recipe Using PGS A Series Grills

Taking all of that into account, we thought it’d be great to share our favorite smoked Thanksgiving turkey legs recipe to make this year’s celebration even more memorable. Thanksgiving is a wonderful time for friends, food, and family—but we’d be remiss not to acknowledge that it can be a bit stressful. Much of that stress comes from the kitchen bottleneck issue when dealing with limited space. By incorporating a PGS A Series grill into your toolkit, you’ll gain more cooking capacity and the ability to introduce greater variety to your Thanksgiving feast.

This smoked turkey leg recipe from TasteOfHome.com has been slightly adapted to match our grilling preferences. Over time, you’ll be able to tailor such recipes to your taste and bring authentic flavors to your Thanksgiving grilling. Here’s the original recipe* for your reference.

Thanksgiving Smoked Turkey Legs

Ingredients

• ½ cup of melted butter
• 2 teaspoons of sea salt
• 2 teaspoons of garlic powder
• 2 teaspoons of seasoned salt
• 1 and ¼ teaspoons of paprika
• 1 and ½ teaspoon of ground ginger
• 1 teaspoon of crushed pepper
• ½ teaspoon of dried basil
• ½ teaspoon of Cayenne pepper
• 1 turkey leg (1 & ½ pounds each)
• 3 cups of soaked applewood** chips

Notes on seasoning & smoking

* Our recipe tends to be about twice as spicy as the original Taste of Home recipe. We doubled the pepper and used ground pepper for a richer flavor. We also increased the Cayenne pepper by 25%. If you prefer a milder recipe, use the original recipe, although we still recommend using crushed peppercorns rather than regular pepper. (It makes a significant difference.) For a medium level of spiciness, find a balance between these two recipes.

** Applewood smoke chips, as recommended in both the Taste of Home version and ours, are an excellent choice for adding a light, delicate, and fruity smokiness to the meat. They’re perfect for the season, but feel free to experiment with other types of smoke-flavored chips to suit your taste. Consider the following;

• Cherry: for a mild, sweet flavor
• Peach: a mild, sweet flavor, and a southern favorite
• Maple: mild and sweet, with a robust touch
• Pecan: another holiday favorite, it’s slightly spicy and quite bold
• Ash: a sweet and nutty flavor that works well for the holidays

For a more traditional (but less seasonal) BBQ flavor, try;

• Alder: gives a subtle, musky character to the meat
• Mesquite: a strong flavor that is sure to impress
• Hickory: a BBQ classic that won’t disappoint
• Oak: a medium to heavy flavor that is both reassuring and rich

Directions

1. Mix the first nine ingredients in a small bowl and add melted butter. Brush your turkey legs with the mixture and let it rest for four minutes.
 
2. Place your chosen wood chips on the grill (See Make a Smoking Packet below). Put your turkey legs on the grill rack. Grill the turkey over indirect medium heat, covered, for 40 to 45 minutes. Use a meat thermometer to check the temperature and remove when the internal temperature reaches 175 degrees Fahrenheit. Turn your turkey legs every four to six minutes during the cooking process.

Make a SMOKING PACKET

Take a piece of heavy-duty aluminum foil and place a handful of soaked wood chips in the center. Wrap the foil around the chips and poke a few holes in the top with a knife or fork to let the smoke escape the packet. Place the packet over direct heat.

No turkey dinner would be complete without cranberry sauce.

Cranberry Sauce Recipe

• 1 lb fresh cranberries
• 2 cups water
• 2 cups sugar
• 1 tsp orange zest
• 3 whole star anise

Combine all ingredients in a saucepan over medium heat on your PGS Grill Side Burner. Simmer 10 minutes uncovered. Discard the star anise. Cool and serve.

PGS A Series Grills: A Durable Grill Built to Last

All the grilling appliances in the A Series are guaranteed to look fantastic, grill better, and last for many years with proper care and maintenance. With available mounting, covering, and storage options, you’ll easily protect your PGS grill from the elements. Moreover, with its all-corrosion-resistant construction and materials, your grill will be well protected even in salty-air environments.

PGS grills are designed and built using an innovative modular approach. This means that even if a component needs replacing, you can simply remove the part you need, order it from our online catalog, and replace it effortlessly.

PGS grills also come with several valuable safety and anti-theft features, making them some of the most sought-after outdoor residential and commercial grills in the industry. These include an automatic shutoff timer, which is especially useful for public installations.

It’s not too late to make this Thanksgiving a world-class grilling family holiday with these award-winning grills. Get in touch today to learn more and place your order!