Duck Stuffed With Chicken Liver, Candied Orange, An

Name: Duck Stuffed With Chicken Liver, Candied Orange, And Pears
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 cups sugar; 2 2/3 cups water; 2 oranges, ends trimmed and discarded, each cut into 5 rounds; 6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided; 14 ounces chicken livers, fat trimmed; 10 large fresh sage leaves; 2 garlic cloves, thinly sliced; 2 cups diced peeled pears (about 2 medium); 2 cups dry red wine; 2 4 1/2- to 5-pound ducks, thawed if frozen, excess fat trimmed, rinsed, patted dry; 2 tablespoons honey

Servings: persons

3 cups sugar
2 2/3 cups water
2 oranges, ends trimmed and discarded, each cut into 5 rounds
6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
14 ounces chicken livers, fat trimmed
10 large fresh sage leaves
2 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
2 cups diced peeled pears (about 2 medium)
2 cups dry red wine
2 4 1/2- to 5-pound ducks, thawed if frozen, excess fat trimmed, rinsed, patted dry
2 tablespoons honey

1
Combine sugar and 2 2/3 cups water in heavy medium saucepan. Bring to simmer, stirring until sugar dissolves. Add orange slices and boil gently until orange peels are almost translucent, about 30 minutes. Drain. Place orange slices on rack set over plate and let drain another 30 minutes. Cut slices into 1/2-inch dice. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate.)
2
Heat 4 tablespoons oil in large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken livers, sage, and garlic; saute until livers are browned but still slightly pink inside, about 9 minutes. Remove from heat; cool slightly. Cut chicken livers into 1/2-inch dice; return to skillet. Mix in pears and diced candied oranges. Season stuffing to taste with salt and pepper.
3
Preheat oven to 400u00b0F. Boil wine in small saucepan for 3 minutes to allow alcohol to cook away; set aside. Sprinkle duck cavities with salt and pepper. Fill cavities with liver stuffing, dividing equally. Close cavity openings with small metal skewers. Place ducks in large roasting pan. Brush ducks with remaining 2 tablespoons oil. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Roast ducks 20 minutes. Pour wine into roasting pan. Brush ducks with honey. Continue to roast until ducks are cooked through and juices run clear when thickest part of thigh is pierced with fork, about 1 hour 10 minutes longer. Transfer ducks to platter. Spoon fat off top of pan juices and discard. Pour pan juices into small bowl; season with salt and pepper. Serve ducks and stuffing with pan juices.

1064

kcal

Calories

Fat

179

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 cups sugar, 2 2/3 cups water, 2 oranges, ends trimmed and discarded, each cut into 5 rounds, 6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided, and more.

Yes, Duck Stuffed With Chicken Liver, Candied Orange, And Pears 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.

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Duck Stuffed With Chicken Liver, Candied Orange, And Pears

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