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. Here are some of our favorites:

Cherry Duck with Spicy Almond Rice

Cooked on the stovetop and served with a sauce that perfectly balances sweet and tart notes, this entree is a beautiful option for a holiday meal.

Duck Wellington

Our Duck Wellington recipe is a new take on a classic dish. Featuring duck breast surrounded by a thin layer of a mushroom mixture and encased in a puff pastry, this dish is a great way to experience duck in a well-known recipe this holiday season.

Five-Spice Duck Legs with Warm Pickled Fennel, Cherries and Persimmons, Persimmon Gel and Chrysanthemum Jus

With a preparation time of around two days, this dish is often served for special occasions like the holidays. Although it takes time to prepare, it is worth the wait as all the flavors come together in perfect harmony to make a delicious dish. The hint of herbal and floral flavor matches perfectly with the savory spiced duck legs.

Spiced Duck Pot Pie

Pot pies are popular during the holiday season because they are easy to prepare and great for serving large gatherings. This duck pot pie is seasoned with a variety of spices and full of Thanksgiving flavors!

Roasted Duck on Crispy Rice Cake with Spicy Mango Chutney

This appetizer features rich roasted duck paired with a flavorful mango chutney to create a delicious holiday starter.

Duck Bacon Deviled Eggs

If you are looking for a great dish for a family get—together or work party, try these deviled eggs with a duck twist. The duck bacon adds depth of flavor to typical deviled eggs that your guests are sure to enjoy!

Duck Bacon and Smoked Almond Brittle

For the ultimate combination of sweet and salty with a bit of the unexpected, try this recipe, which adds smoked almonds and duck bacon to traditional brittle. This is a perfect snack for the holidays.

For more holiday menu inspiration and unique recipes that will delight your guests, be sure to check out the Maple Leaf Farms recipe catalog.