Indulge in our tender pappardelle, perfectly paired with a rich and savory duck ragu. Slow-cooked to perfection, the duck melts in your mouth and is enveloped in a luscious tomato and herb sauce. This dish is a delightful harmony of flavors and textures, finished with a sprinkle of freshly grated Parmesan and a hint of aromatic basil. A true comfort food experience that will transport your taste buds straight to Italy!

In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Season the duck legs with salt and pepper, then sear them in the pot until browned on all sides. Remove and set aside.

Sear the Duck

In the same pot, add the chopped onion, carrot, and celery. Sauté until softened, about 5-7 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.

Sauté Vegetables

Pour in the red wine to deglaze the pot, scraping up any browned bits. Let it simmer for about 2-3 minutes.

Deglaze with Wine

Add the broth, diced tomatoes, bay leaves, thyme, and the seared duck legs back into the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover.

Combine Ingredients

Let the ragu simmer for about 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the duck is tender and falling off the bone.

Simmer

Remove the duck legs from the pot, shred the meat, and discard the bones. Return the shredded meat to the ragu. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.

Shred Duck

In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook the pappardelle according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and reserve a cup of pasta water.

Cook the Pasta

Toss the cooked pappardelle with the duck ragu. If the sauce is too thick, add reserved pasta water as needed.

Combine Pasta and Ragu

Serve the pappardelle topped with grated Parmesan cheese and chopped parsley.

Garnish and Serve

Pappardelle pasta

Salt

Duck legs (thighs and drumsticks)

Olive oil

Onion, chopped

Carrot, diced

Celery stalk, diced

Garlic cloves, minced

Red wine

Chicken or duck broth

Diced tomatoes (canned)

Bay leaves

Thyme, fresh or dried

Black pepper

Parmesan cheese, grated

Fresh parsley, chopped

pappardelle & duck ragu

Make Pappardelle & Duck Ragu Recipe in just 2h 30m. Indulge in our tender pappardelle, perfectly paired with a rich and savory duck ragu. Slow-cooked to perfection, the duck melts in your mouth and is enveloped in a luscious tomato and herb sauce. This dish is a delightful harmony of flavors and textures, finished with a sprinkle of freshly grated Parmesan and a hint of aromatic basil. A true comfort food experience that will transport your taste buds straight to Italy!

Pappardelle & Duck Ragu Recipe

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