ROAST PHEASANT WITH GRAPES AND WALNUTS

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Pheasant is delicious roasted, so long as the game bird is very young. Ask your butcher for a young female pheasant, since their flesh is juicier than older pheasants. As easy to roast as turkey or chicken, pheasant is somewhat less fatty and, if not farm-raised, far more flavorful than commercial poultry.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dinner Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 11

One 4-pound pheasant, washed and patted dry
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup mixed fresh herbs, such as rosemary, thyme, savory, and basil
1 lemon, quartered
8 cipolline onions
1 cup Chicken Stock to Make 1 1/2 Quarts, or low-sodium canned
1/2 cup Marsala wine
1 cup mixed green and red grapes
1/2 cup coarsely chopped walnuts
8 large radicchio leaves

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees.
  • Rub the pheasant with the olive oil. Season with salt and pepper. Stuff with fresh herbs and the lemon and truss. Spread the onions in a roasting pan and lay the pheasant on top of them. Add the chicken stock and Marsala wine to the pan.
  • Roast 35 to 45 minutes, or until the thigh juices run clear when pricked with a fork, basting every 15 to 20 minutes with the pan juices. If the feet of the pheasant begin to darken, tent with foil. Transfer to a cutting board and let rest.
  • Meanwhile, transfer the roasting pan to the stovetop, skim the fat, and bring the pan juices to a boil, scraping any browned bits from the pan. Add the grapes and walnuts and cook 15 minutes, or until the grapes are soft and the juices are thickened. Crush some of the grapes with the back of a spoon to release their juices.
  • Slice the pheasant into 1/4-inch slices and serve over the radicchio. Spoon the grapes and walnuts alongside and season with salt and pepper.

Zain Maitlo
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I'm not a big fan of gamey meats, but I was pleasantly surprised by this recipe. The pheasant was cooked perfectly and the grapes and walnuts helped to balance out the flavor. I would definitely make this again.


Zakir Talukder
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This is a great recipe for a special occasion dinner. The pheasant is roasted to perfection and the grapes and walnuts add a touch of elegance. I served it with roasted potatoes and asparagus, and it was a hit with my guests.


mostafa ahmed
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and the results are always amazing. The pheasant is always cooked perfectly and the grapes and walnuts add a wonderful flavor. I've served this dish to guests several times and they've all raved about it. Than


Ziana Martin
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This was my first time cooking pheasant and I was really happy with the results. The recipe was easy to follow and the pheasant turned out moist and flavorful. The grapes and walnuts added a nice touch of sweetness and crunch. I'll definitely be maki


Upendra RajwanC
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I've tried this recipe a few times and it always turns out great. The pheasant is always cooked perfectly and the grapes and walnuts add a delicious flavor. I highly recommend this recipe.


Fozia Fozi
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This is one of my favorite pheasant recipes. The grapes and walnuts add a nice touch of sweetness and crunch. I also like to add a bit of rosemary to the roasting pan for extra flavor.


Alejandra
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and the results are always impressive. I've made it for dinner parties and potlucks, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. Thanks for sharing!


Itxisaac Zulu
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This dish is absolutely delicious! The pheasant is so tender and juicy, and the grapes and walnuts add a wonderful flavor. I served it with roasted potatoes and green beans, and it was a hit with my family. Thanks for sharing this recipe!


MD. Asraf Ali
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I was a bit hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a big fan of gamey meats. But I was pleasantly surprised! The pheasant was cooked to perfection and the grapes and walnuts really helped to balance out the flavor. I'll definitely be making this


Papi Letsoalo
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This roast pheasant recipe is a winner! The grapes and walnuts add a touch of sweetness and crunch that perfectly complements the gamey flavor of the pheasant. I highly recommend it.