DUCK WITH ORANGE HAZELNUT STUFFING

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For more than half a century, this elegant entree has graced my family's holiday table. The zesty stuffing with its nice nutty crunch complements the slices of moist duck, while the hint of orange in the gravy sets it apart.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 2h30m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 26

2 domestic ducklings (4 to 5 pounds each)
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon grated orange zest
1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt
STUFFING:
4 cups coarse soft bread crumbs
2 cups chopped peeled tart apples
2 cups chopped toasted hazelnuts
1 cup chopped celery
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup orange juice
2 large eggs, beaten
1/4 cup butter, melted
2 to 3 tablespoons lemon juice
2 teaspoons grated orange zest
1-1/2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
1 teaspoon seasoned salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
GRAVY:
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
2 cups chicken broth
1/3 cup orange marmalade

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Sprinkle the inside of ducks with salt; prick skin lightly several times, being careful not to cut into the meat. Rub skin grated orange zest and sprinkle with seasoned salt; set aside. Combine the first 15 stuffing ingredients; spoon into ducks. If desired, secure legs with baker's twine., Place with breast side up on a rack in a large shallow roasting pan; pour enough water below rack to thinly cover bottom of pan. Bake, uncovered, until a thermometer reads 180° in the thickest part of the thigh and 165° for stuffing, 2 to 2-1/2 hours, rotating pan halfway through and tenting with foil if needed to prevent overbrowning. , For gravy, combine 3 tablespoons pan drippings, flour, salt and pepper in a saucepan; stir until smooth. Heat until bubbly, stirring constantly. Gradually add broth. Bring to a boil; cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly. Add marmalade; stir until smooth.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 973 calories, Fat 73g fat (20g saturated fat), Cholesterol 207mg cholesterol, Sodium 1452mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 45g protein.

Sk sakil Khan
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This dish is definitely a crowd-pleaser.


jay hi
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I'm not a fan of duck, but I thought this dish was pretty good.


AliRaza ujjan
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I would give this recipe a 3 out of 5 stars.


nejam nejam
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Overall, I thought this dish was just okay. It wasn't bad, but it wasn't anything special either.


Casey Giddens
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The stuffing was a bit dry, but the duck was cooked perfectly.


xer alamin
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I thought the duck was a bit too gamey for my taste.


Muddy Mpoyo
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I'm not sure I would make this dish again. It was a lot of work and the results were just okay.


John Willis
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This dish is perfect for a special occasion meal.


Sisters4life
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I would definitely recommend this dish to anyone who loves duck or is looking for a new and exciting recipe to try.


Havoc Nation
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The orange-hazelnut stuffing is a great way to use up leftover hazelnuts.


Md Sadit
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I've never made duck before, but this recipe was easy to follow and the results were amazing.


Shabbir Khan
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This recipe is a bit complicated, but it's worth it. The duck was tender and juicy and the stuffing was flavorful.


Shane Lampe
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I'm not a big fan of duck, but I really enjoyed this dish. The orange-hazelnut stuffing was the perfect complement to the duck.


Arsema Solomon
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This dish is definitely worth the effort. It's a special occasion meal that your guests will love.


Fasil Sol
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I found the duck to be a bit dry, but the stuffing was excellent.


Tsamba Claus
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The orange-hazelnut stuffing is a unique and delicious twist on the classic duck stuffing.


Adeelpari Adeelpari
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I've made this dish several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Shawnee Smith
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This duck with orange-hazelnut stuffing was a hit at our dinner party! The duck was cooked to perfection and the stuffing was moist and flavorful.