This whole roasted duck makes a dramatic and flavorful centerpiece to any special gathering. Instructions: Heat the oven to 425 degrees. Remove and reserve three strips of peel from the orange using a ...

Cooking duck at home is a classic example of when my quest for perfection undermines the “tasty enough.” For years, I strove to create the idealized vision of roast duck that I held in my head. It had ...

Fill a 6- to 8-quart pot three-quarters full of water and bring it to a boil over high heat. While water comes to a boil, prepare the duck. Remove innards from duck. Place duck, breast side up, on a ...

French classics, bold global flavors, and vegetarian showstoppers deliver festive roasts for every holiday table.

This is one of my favorite recipes to cook for a large crowd. It's great for sharing; just set it up in the middle of the table, carve and let everyone help themselves. The traditional Peking duck is ...

As someone who cooks by the calendar, I’ve always wondered why strawberries and corn on the cob are socially acceptable any time of year, while duck is so often perceived as food for fall and winter.

Cooking duck at home is a classic example of when my quest for perfection undermines the “tasty enough.” For years, I strove to create the idealized vision of roast duck that I held in my head. It had ...