Ingredients
Instructions
Preheat oven to 325˚F. Pat duck dry with paper towel. Season with 1/2 tsp each salt and pepper. Heat 2 tbsp butter in large Dutch oven set over medium heat; cook duck for 3 to 4 minutes per side or until golden brown all over. Transfer duck to plate. Drain all but 2 tbsp duck fat from pan.
Add remaining butter to pan; cook pearl onions for 3 to 5 minutes or until golden brown. Transfer to plate.
Add pancetta; cook for 3 to 5 minutes or until crispy around edges. Stir in carrots, celery, leek, garlic, thyme, rosemary, and remaining salt and pepper. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes or until slightly softened. Sprinkle flour over top; cook for 1 to 2 minutes or until smooth. Stir in tomato paste; cook for 1 minute.
Slowly stir in wine; bring to boil. Stir in raisins, cinnamon stick, bay leaves and cloves. Reduce heat to medium; simmer for 15 minutes. Stir in tomatoes and broth; bring to boil. Return duck and pearl onions to pan. Cover and transfer to oven. Bake for 1 to 1 1/2 hours or until duck meat is very tender.
Meanwhile, prepare rice according to package directions. Serve duck and sauce over rice. Sprinkle with chives.
Recipe Tip: A fruity Merlot or a rich Amarone wine pair nicely with this braised duck. Serve with French green beans, if desired.
Gourmet Home Cooking
Ideal for a celebratory meal, this red wine-braised duck recipe is filled with exquisite flavor that makes any event or weeknight dinner at home that much better.
By braising the meat, it results in a tender and succulent texture, crackling crisp skin and a deep, dark, and intense flavor of the wine, pancetta and vegetables. This delicious meal is one to add to the list of Comfort Food Recipes for Foodies.
The key is to start by browning the duck legs and thighs in the dutch oven for them to release their fat and boost the overall base. You may want to score them prior so that they more readily release their juices. While you will drain that fat after, save it for use later on to cook potatoes, eggs or essentially any other recipe requiring delicious cooking fats. Store in a cool and dark place for best results.
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