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Duck Stock

Ingredients

  • 8 – 10 duck carcasses more bodies equals more flavor
  • 2 large carrots chopped
  • 3 celery stalks chopped
  • 1 yellow onion chopped
  • 6 garlic cloves
  • pan spray
  • cheap red wine
  • cold water
  • 1 tablespoon black peppercorns
  • bouquet garni a bunch of herbs tied together with string

Instructions

  • Place duck carcasses and next four ingredients in a large roasting pan. Spray contents with pan spray. Place in a preheated 400 degree oven for 1 1/2 hours, turning contents every 20 minutes until evenly browned. Add contents of the pan to a large stock pot. Pour some wine into the roasting pan to loosen any bits stuck to the pan. Pour liquid and loosened bits into the stock pot. Pour 2 cups of red wine into stock pot and enough water to just cover contents of the pot. Add peppercorns and bouquet garni. Simmer, uncovered over low heat for 6 – 8 hours, making sure that you keep enough liquid in the pot to just cover contents. Cool to room temperature and pour contents through a colander covered with cheesecloth. Discard stuff in colander. Transfer liquid (stock) to a medium stockpot. Simmer until liquid is reduced by one-half.

Notes

Reduced and cooled game stocks can be frozen in ice cube trays or zipper-lock bags (double-bag it!). Once frozen, you can use a cube or two to add flavor to sauces.