Jul 13 2026
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Tuscan Roasted Duck Recipe

Inspired by Spezia
Time2h
Serves4

House Spiced and oven roasted, balsamic orange marmalade, Spezia mashed potatoes and fresh asparagus.

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Ingredients

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Duck Preparation

Balsamic Orange Marmalade

Spezia Mashed Potatoes

Fresh Asparagus

Method

Duck Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Duck

    Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Rinse the duck under cold water and pat dry with paper towels. Rub the entire duck with olive oil, then season inside and out with house spice blend, salt, and black pepper. Place the duck on a roasting rack in a roasting pan.

  2. 2

    Roast the Duck

    Roast the duck in the preheated oven for about 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Baste the duck with pan juices every 30 minutes for a crispy skin.

Balsamic Orange Marmalade

  1. 3

    Prepare the Marmalade

    In a small saucepan, combine balsamic vinegar, orange marmalade, fresh orange zest, and orange juice. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring frequently. Cook for about 10-15 minutes until the mixture thickens slightly. Remove from heat and set aside.

Spezia Mashed Potatoes

  1. 4

    Cook the Potatoes

    Peel and chop the potatoes into even-sized chunks. Place them in a large pot filled with salted water and bring to a boil. Cook until tender, about 15-20 minutes. Drain and return to the pot.

  2. 5

    Mash the Potatoes

    Add butter, heavy cream, garlic powder, salt, and pepper to the potatoes. Mash until smooth and creamy. Adjust seasoning to taste.

Fresh Asparagus

  1. 6

    Prepare the Asparagus

    While the duck is roasting, rinse the asparagus and trim the woody ends. Toss the asparagus with olive oil, salt, and black pepper.

  2. 7

    Roast the Asparagus

    In the last 15 minutes of the duck's cooking time, place the asparagus on a baking sheet and roast in the oven alongside the duck until tender and slightly charred.

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