Polish Roast Duck With Apples Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Preheat the oven to 375°F.
• STEP 2.Season the duck with salt, pepper, and paprika.
• STEP 3.Place the duck on a rack in a roasting pan, breast side up.
• STEP 4.Roast the duck in the preheated oven for 1 hour.
• STEP 5.While the duck is roasting, peel and core the apples, then cut them into wedges.
• STEP 6.After 1 hour, remove the duck from the oven and carefully pour off the fat from the roasting pan.
• STEP 7.Arrange the apple wedges around the duck in the roasting pan.
• STEP 8.Return the duck to the oven and continue roasting for another 45 minutes to 1 hour, or until the duck is cooked through and the skin is crispy.
• STEP 9.Remove the duck from the oven and let it rest for 10-15 minutes before carving.
• STEP 10.Serve the Polish Roast Duck with Apples with roasted potatoes and sautéed vegetables.

Cooking Tips

• To ensure crispy skin, pat the duck dry with paper towels before seasoning.
• You can add a splash of apple cider or white wine to the roasting pan for extra flavor.
• If the duck is browning too quickly, cover it loosely with foil.

Storage and Serving

• Leftover duck can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• Reheat the duck in the oven or on the stovetop before serving.
• Serve the Polish Roast Duck with Apples with roasted potatoes and sautéed vegetables.