Recipe: Wild Goose Delight 🦢🍎
Introduction:
This Wild Goose recipe, inspired by the delightful offerings of the Recipezaar restaurant giveaway in February 2005, promises a tantalizing blend of flavors and textures, making it a potential star in your culinary repertoire. Though I must confess, I have not personally prepared this dish yet, the combination of goose, apples, and aromatic herbs is too enticing to ignore. Embrace this culinary adventure and let your taste buds embark on a journey of savory exploration!
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 5459.8
- Fat: 347.7g
- Saturated Fat: 109g
- Cholesterol: 1419.6mg
- Sodium: 5368.2mg
- Carbohydrates: 107.2g
- Fiber: 16.9g
- Sugar: 56.9g
- Protein: 412.7g
Ingredients:
- 1 Wild Goose
- 3 Onions
- 2 Apples
- 2 Strips of Thick Bacon
- 1 Carrot
- 1 Celery Stalk
- 1 Bay Leaf
- 2-3 Sprigs of Parsley
- 1/2 teaspoon Thyme
- 1 cup Dry Red Wine
- 2 cans Consomme
- 1 tablespoon Cornstarch (for thickening)
- Salt (to taste)
Instructions:
| Step | Instruction |
|---|---|
| 1 | Soak plucked and cleaned goose overnight in well-salted water. 🦢💦 |
| 2 | Rinse and dry the goose, then stuff it with 2 quartered onions and 2 quartered apples. 🧅🍏 |
| 3 | Place the goose breast side up in an open roaster pan, covering it with 2 strips of thick bacon. 🥓 |
| 4 | Brown in a preheated 475-degree oven until the bacon is crisp, infusing rich flavors. 🌡️ |
| 5 | Remove excess fat from the pan and discard the bacon. ♻️ |
| 6 | Add to the pan 1 quartered onion, 1 quartered carrot, 1 cut-up celery stalk, 1 bay leaf, 2-3 sprigs of parsley, 1/2 teaspoon thyme, 2 cans of consomme, and 1 cup of dry red wine. 🍷 |
| 7 | Cover the pan and roast at 375 degrees for 2 to 2-1/2 hours, basting often to ensure optimal juiciness. 🕒 |
| 8 | The goose should be done, with the meat readily pulling off the carcass. 🍽️ |
| 9 | Remove the goose from the roaster and place it on a warm platter. Discard the stuffing. 🗑️ |
| 10 | Strain the flavorful gravy and thicken it with a mixture of 1 tablespoon cornstarch and 2 tablespoons cold water. 🌾 |
| 11 | Correct seasoning if necessary, ensuring a perfect balance of flavors. 🧂 |
| 12 | Serve this delectable wild goose alongside a bed of wild rice, creating a feast for the senses. 🍚🎉 |
Tips and Notes:
- To enhance the dish’s aroma, consider adding a touch of freshly ground black pepper during the seasoning process.
- Experiment with different varieties of apples to tailor the sweetness to your liking.
- Allow the goose to rest for a few minutes after roasting for optimum tenderness.
- Pair this succulent wild goose with a robust red wine to elevate the dining experience.
Embark on this culinary escapade, embracing the thrill of trying a recipe with the potential for both tastiness and intrigue. Keep an eye out for updates, as I plan to personally test and share any adjustments that may enhance this Wild Goose Delight. Happy cooking! 🌟🍽️
