1 duck
2 onions
1 apple, studded with cloves
1 margarine, melted
Directions
Directions: Parboil duck 5 minutes with 1 piece celery and small
onion. Remove and drain. Rub cavity and outside with salt & pepper.
Place inside duck 1 small onion, apple studded with cloves, and a
small white potato. Bake 20 minutes at 450-F uncovered. Reduce heat
to 350-F and bake covered 15-20 minutes. Baste with equal parts
melted butter, hot water, and wine and/or orange juice mixture.
Servings: 4 servings
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Categories: Duck; Meat; Poultry
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