Jen's Tasty Duck Rigatoni Recipe

Name: Jen's Tasty Duck Rigatoni
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (16 ounce) package Barilla Rigatoni; 4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided; 1 (4 pound) deboned duck, coarsely chopped; 2 cups dry red wine; Salt and pepper to taste; 2 bay leaves; 2 cups hot chicken broth; 1 large yellow onion, thinly sliced; 3 McIntosh apples, peeled and diced; 1/3 cup grated Parmigiano cheese; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Servings: persons

1 (16 ounce) package Barilla Rigatoni
4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
1 (4 pound) deboned duck, coarsely chopped
2 cups dry red wine
Salt and pepper to taste
2 bay leaves
2 cups hot chicken broth
1 large yellow onion, thinly sliced
3 McIntosh apples, peeled and diced
1/3 cup grated Parmigiano cheese
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

1
Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet.
2
Saute meat until brown.
3
Add wine, reduce by half.
4
Season with salt and pepper; add bay leaves.
5
Cover with hot broth.
6
Simmer until duck is completely cooked through.
7
Meanwhile, heat remaining olive oil in a separate pan.
8
Add onion; saute until golden.
9
Add to duck.
10
Simmer 10 minutes.
11
In same pan, saute apples for 2-3 minutes until soft, not mushy.
12
Set aside.
13
Meanwhile cook pasta according to the directions.
14
Drain, reserving 1/2 cup pasta water.
15
If needed add a little water to the sauce.
16
Add apples to sauce.
17
Add pasta to hot sauce.
18
Mix well.
19
Add cheese.
20
Remove bay leaves before serving.
21
Garnish with chopped parsley.

420

kcal

Calories

Fat

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

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (16 ounce) package Barilla Rigatoni, 4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided, 1 (4 pound) deboned duck, coarsely chopped, 2 cups dry red wine, and more.

Yes, Jen's Tasty Duck Rigatoni falls under the Pasta & Noodles 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!

Jen's Tasty Duck Rigatoni

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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