Betty and Barbara Reichardt's Roast Duck
Yield 4 servings
Ingredients
1, 4-lb. fresh or frozen Reichardt duckling
1/2 cup of honey
Salt
Directions
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Wash duckling; drain.
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Season cavity with salt.
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Place duckling on rack in roasting pan, breast side
up.
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Bake uncovered in 400 degree oven, allowing 25 minutes
per pound.
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Pierce duckling all over with fork to permit melted
fat to drain off the at the halfway point.
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Turn bird over; brush with honey.
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Continue baking for 15 to 20 minutes. Halfway
through the cooking process, turn bird over and brush again. Skin will
be nicely browned and crisp.
Cut duckling into quarters, allowing 1 quarter
per person.