Colonial Goose

May 31, 2023May 31, 20230 15
Classic Colonial Goose Recipe
in Main

Prep

20 min

Cook

210 min

Ready In

230 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

250 g sliced carrots
2 large onions , sliced
1 bay leaf
3 -4 crushed parsley sprigs
1 cup red wine ( such as claret )
30 g butter
1 tablespoon clear honey
125 g dried apricots , finely diced
1 medium onion , finely diced
1 cup fresh breadcrumb
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
fresh ground black pepper
1 beaten egg

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6-8
Calories
760
Sugar
6g
Fat
52g
The Colonial Goose is a traditional holiday recipe, often enjoyed during Christmas and Thanksgiving. The bird is known for being succulent and juicy, with a rich meaty flavor. This recipe adds a sweet twist to the bird, combining savory bread stuffing with the sweet taste of apricots. The result is a dish that is both flavorful and unique. The bird is roasted over a bed of onions and carrots, allowing the goose to absorb the flavors of the vegetables as it cooks.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 350°F
2.Take a large roasting pan and place the onions and carrots in the bottom. Place the goose on top of the vegetables.
3.Place the bay leaves and parsley inside the goose cavity.
4.In a small saucepan, melt the butter and honey together over low heat. Add in the diced apricots and onion, breadcrumbs, thyme,black pepper, salt and mix well.
5.Stuff this mixture into the cavity of the goose.
6.Brush the outside of the goose with the beaten egg and sprinkle with salt and pepper to your taste.
7.Pour the red wine over the top of the goose.
8.Cover the pan and roast the goose in the oven for 3 to 3 1/2 hours. Baste every 30 minutes during cooking.
9.Remove the cover during the last 15 minutes of cooking to brown the bird.

PROS

The Colonial Goose is a delicious and traditional holiday bird.
It is juicy, succulent, and flavorful.
This recipe combines the flavors of fruit and bread to give a taste that is out of this world

CONS

The downside to this recipe is that it is a bit time-consuming.
The bird takes several hours to roast, so it’s not a quick and easy recipe.
Additionally, goose can be quite fatty, so it may not be ideal for those looking to stick to a low-fat diet

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While not the healthiest meal option, this recipe contains several health benefits. Apricots are high in fiber, Vitamin A, and Vitamin C. They are also low in calories, making them a great addition to any meal. Meanwhile, onions and carrots are high in antioxidants, nutrients, and fiber. They help to improve digestion, lower cholesterol, and boost the immune system.

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