Tarragon-Braised Turkey Legs

Ingredients

• Turkey

  • 4 whole turkey legs, legs and thighs separated
  • 3 tbsp butter
  • 3 shallots, chopped
  • 8 garlic cloves, chopped
  • 1/2 cup (125 ml) white wine
  • 1/4 cup (60 ml) cognac or brandy (optional)
  • 1 3/4 cups (430 ml) beef broth
  • 2 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1/2 cup (125 ml) 35% cream
  • 1 tbsp tarragon leaves, finely chopped, plus more for serving

• Vegetables

  • 8 Nantes carrots, halved lengthwise
  • 8 shallots, halved
  • 3/4 cup (180 ml) beef broth
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • 1 1/2 cups (225 g) frozen peas, thawed (optional)