Braised Wild Duck Breasts in a Spiced Wine Sauce

Name: Braised Wild Duck Breasts in a Spiced Wine Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 duck breasts; 4 slices bacon; 1/8 qt. finely minced garlic; 1 tsp. dried parsley; 1/2 tsp. dried thyme; 1/2 tsp. marjoram; Salt; Freshly ground black pepper; 1 bay leaf; 1/2 cup coarsely chopped onion; 1 can (10 oz.) mushrooms, liquid included; 1/2 cup Sven's Glogg *; 1/2 cup chicken stock

Servings: persons

4 duck breasts
4 slices bacon
1/8 qt. finely minced garlic
1 tsp. dried parsley
1/2 tsp. dried thyme
1/2 tsp. marjoram
Salt
Freshly ground black pepper
1 bay leaf
1/2 cup coarsely chopped onion
1 can (10 oz.) mushrooms, liquid included
1/2 cup Sven's Glogg *
1/2 cup chicken stock

1
Pre-heat oven to 400F.
2
Place the skinned breasts in a casserole.
3
Lay 2 half strips of bacon over each breast.
4
Sprinkle the seasonings over the birds, then the onions and mushrooms.
5
Pour the mushroom juice, wine and a little stock over all and cover the casserole.
6
Bake for 20 minutes.
7
Reduce the oven temperature to 300F and bake for a further 55 minutes.
8
This dish tastes even better if it is allowed to cool slowly with the breasts marinading in the stock and re-heated the next day for serving.
9
Alternatively the cold cooked breasts can be boned; the stock thickened with cornstarch or flour and the breast medallions heated briefly in the simmering gravy and served on toast.

252

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 duck breasts, 4 slices bacon, 1/8 qt. finely minced garlic, 1 tsp. dried parsley, and more.

Yes, Braised Wild Duck Breasts in a Spiced Wine Sauce falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!