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.

Kamran Idrishi
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I've made this recipe several times and it is always a hit. The duck is always cooked perfectly and the stuffing is so flavorful. I highly recommend this recipe.


Edward Stephens
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This dish is a bit time-consuming to make, but it is worth the effort. The duck is fall-off-the-bone tender and the stuffing is delicious. I highly recommend this recipe.


Kayla Martin
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I love this recipe! The duck is always cooked perfectly and the stuffing is so flavorful. I highly recommend this recipe.


sintayehu daba
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it is worth the effort. The duck is fall-off-the-bone tender and the stuffing is delicious. I highly recommend this recipe.


Med Momin
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I've tried many duck recipes, but this one is by far the best. The duck is always cooked perfectly and the stuffing is so flavorful. I highly recommend this recipe.


Alice Takomana
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This is my go-to duck recipe. It is always a crowd-pleaser. The duck is always cooked perfectly and the stuffing is so flavorful. I highly recommend this recipe.


Rony
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I made this recipe for my family and they loved it! The duck was cooked perfectly and the stuffing was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Cameron Hunter
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This was the tastiest duck recipe I've tried. The orange-hazelnut stuffing was the perfect touch. I will definitely be making this again.


yadu kidane
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I've made this recipe several times and it is always a hit. The duck is always cooked perfectly and the stuffing is so flavorful. I highly recommend this recipe.


samol roy
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This dish is a bit time-consuming to make, but it is worth the effort. The duck is fall-off-the-bone tender and the stuffing is delicious. I highly recommend this recipe.


Queen _Leenayjah
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I love this recipe! The duck is always cooked perfectly and the stuffing is so flavorful. I highly recommend this recipe.


Omoba Olayemi
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This was my first time cooking duck and it turned out great! The recipe was easy to follow and the duck was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Farjana popy
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This recipe is easy to follow and the results are amazing. The duck was cooked perfectly and the stuffing was flavorful and moist. I highly recommend this recipe.


Hassan Soomroo
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I made this dish for a dinner party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the duck and the stuffing. I will definitely be making this again.


collen mathiba
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This was the best duck I've ever had! The orange-hazelnut stuffing was the perfect complement to the duck. I highly recommend this recipe.


Cissy Mumford
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I followed the recipe exactly and the dish turned out amazing. The duck was crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. The stuffing was also delicious.


Mark Federman
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This duck recipe is a winner! The duck was cooked to perfection and the orange-hazelnut stuffing was flavorful and moist. I will definitely be making this again.