GRANDMA'S ROASTED DUCK

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When I was growing up, my grandma always served roast duck for the holidays, and for other family events throughout the year. I always thought it was better than turkey! -Sue Gronholz, Beaver Dam, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h55m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 domestic duck (4 to 5 pounds)
3 tablespoons sugar
2 teaspoons water
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325°. Pierce duck skin all over with a fork. Mix remaining ingredients; rub over outside of duck. Place duck on rack in a shallow roasting pan; add 1 inch of water., Roast duck, uncovered, until a thermometer inserted in thigh reads 180°, 1-1/2 to 2 hours. Remove from oven; let stand 15 minutes before carving. If desired, skim fat and thicken pan drippings for gravy. Serve with duck.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 649 calories, Fat 51g fat (18g saturated fat), Cholesterol 152mg cholesterol, Sodium 550mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 34g protein.

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