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Learn all about duck on our blog from duck meat and its health benefits to trying new recipes and learning about the farm to fork process.
Thanksgiving Trends 2022: Whole Roast Duck For The Holidays
If you are looking for an alternative to a Thanksgiving turkey, try Maple Leaf Farms duck! With delicious flavor and versatile appeal, duck is a great choice for your Thanksgiving bird.
Unique Holiday Recipes
It is officially holiday season! With many different celebrations and events coming up in the next few months, it can be difficult to find unique recipes for every occasion. If you are looking to change up your Thanksgiving dinner or need fun appetizers for your New Year's party, look to duck for a fun and fresh take on traditional recipes.
What Is Braising? Learn how Duck is Perfect for this Combination Cooking Method
We love braising duck for a number of reasons. First, it is a wonderful way to render the fat, which can then be used to prepare and pack flavor into a variety of side dishes. Second, it makes the duck meat melt-in-your-mouth tender. Finally, it yields an extremely savory flavor that enhances complimentary flavors in many dishes.
Fall Side Dishes to Pair With Duck Entrees
Now that you have decided on a main dish for everyone to enjoy, sides are the next step. A side should enhance the flavor of the main dish. These side dishes not only make a meal better but are great to eat on their own if you are looking for a smaller meal or snack!
Turkey Burgers? Why We Prefer Duck
While duck is as nutritious as other poultry, it is very different in taste from chicken and turkey because it's a red meat. A well-prepared duck burger eats more like a beef burger than chicken or turkey burgers do.
Bringing Chinese Roast Duck Recipes to Your Kitchen
While the art of cooking duck started in China, it is a craft that gradually gained footing in many cultures throughout the world. Despite this, consumers often associate duck with Asian cuisine.
Cookout Favorites: Grilled Duck Leg
Everyone loves a cookout, and food is always the main draw. ! Whether you want to stick to classic cookout fare or step it up with a smoked option, Maple Leaf Farms offers a variety of recipes that are simple to make but can satisfy your pickiest guest.
BBQ or Buffalo ? Duck Leg Sauces
If you’re looking for the perfect party protein for your next casual get together, don’t limit yourself to chicken wings. Duck legs and wings offer all the versatility of their poultry counterparts, but pack a rich, red meat flavor that works well with a variety of cuisines.
Not Sure Where to Start with Sauces for Duck? 5 Recipes to Save
You have figured out how to prepare the duck and now you need something to add a little bit more flavor. How about an accompanying sauce?
