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Roasted Duck

SUBMITTED BY: Rhonda Brock Fuller  PHOTO BY: yana 

"I made this last year out of the blue, and my whole family enjoyed it. We had never had duck before, and it was a nice exchange for the traditional turkey. We served it with all the usual side dishes."
Roasted Duck Recipe
RECIPE RATING:
This recipe has been rated 69 times with an average star rating of 4.5
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PREP TIME  10 Min
COOK TIME  2 Hrs
READY IN  2 Hrs 10 Min

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INGREDIENTS (Nutrition)

  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 2 teaspoons paprika
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 (5 pound) whole duck
  • 1/2 cup melted butter

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DIRECTIONS

  1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  2. Rub salt, pepper, and paprika into the skin of the duck. Place in a roasting pan.
  3. Roast duck in preheated oven for 1 hour. Spoon 1/4 cup melted butter over bird, and continue cooking for 45 more minutes. Spoon remaining 1/4 cup melted butter over duck, and cook for 15 more minutes, or until golden brown.
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REVIEWS

The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.54 star rating.
Reviewed on nov. 25, 2004 by CELTICFAERIE 
Awesome recipe the duck was fabulous! I added a bit of garlic to the rub, I also put half a... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.54 star rating.
Reviewed on nov. 11, 2006 by Ronnie 
Love, love love this recipe. I had always liked the inside of duck, but was not fond at all... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.54 star rating.
Reviewed on mar. 17, 2007 by Boston foodie 
Great recipe. Very easy and tasty. I put a quartered lemon and some sprigs of fresh thyme and... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 4.54 star rating.
Reviewed on nov. 5, 2008 by PhantomMoon 
A decent, basic duck recipe that doesn't overpower the flavor of the duck with too many... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.54 star rating.
Reviewed on feb. 15, 2006 by TMARKLE 
This is such an incredibly delicious recipe! I was skeptical at first, given the simplicity... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.54 star rating.
Reviewed on dec. 5, 2005 by Boysmom 
Very simple to make and delicious. The whole family loved it! One tip, get a food thermometer... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.54 star rating.
Reviewed on mar. 19, 2005 by MJMUELL 
This will be the recipe I will use whenever I serve duck.....my husband loves duck, I wanted... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.54 star rating.
Reviewed on jan. 22, 2005 by Reeseepeesee 
This was a simple yet pleasing recipe for duck. I was not overwhelmed by the ingredients or... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.54 star rating.
Reviewed on dec. 19, 2005 by TSchlottman 
Wonderful and simple recipe! I didn't have to go out and buy any extra ingredients (seasonings). MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.54 star rating.
Reviewed on sep. 11, 2005 by CM0722 
Simple to make, and really delicious! I don't like glazes and fruit w/duck, and this is perfect! MORE

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Nutritional Information
Roasted Duck

Servings Per Recipe: 4

Amount Per Serving

Calories: 625

  • Total Fat: 45.1g
  • Cholesterol: 280mg
  • Sodium: 1538mg
  • Total Carbs: 1g
  •     Dietary Fiber: 0.6g
  • Protein: 51.8g

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