Cynthia’s Holiday Kitchen: Braised turkey wings with apple cranberry gravy

Lake Charles, LA (KPLC) - Not everyone wants to slave away in the kitchen with a 20-pound turkey, but you can still make a good impression on your holiday guests.

Try these braised turkey wings with apple cranberry gravy.

INGREDIENTS

• 5 OR 6 Turkey Wings
• Salt, Black Pepper, Red Pepper
• Garlic Powder, Onion Powder, Paprika
• 2 Tablespoons Vegetable Oil
• 1 Granny Smith Apple
• 1 Cup Dried Cranberries
• 1 Onion Sliced
• 4 Garlic Cloves
• ½ Cup Cognac
• ½ Cup Chicken Broth
• 1 Teaspoon chopped Oregano leaves
• 1 Teaspoon chopped Thyme leaves

DIRECTIONS

• Coat turkey wings with seasonings.
• Heat oil and brown turkey wings on both sides.
• Set wings aside. In that same pan, using the same oil, saute the diced apples and cranberries. Cook about 4 minutes.
• Now stir in the minced garlic and onions. Cook another 5 minutes.
• Add ½ cup of cognac to the skillet, stirring up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
• Add ½ cup of chicken broth, thyme and oregano.
• Return turkey wings to the skillet. Reduce heat. Cover and cook on a low fire till juicy & tender. (Usually about an hour cooking time)
• Serve over rice or mashed potatoes and be sure to scoop up the wonderful gravy!

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