Danish Roast Goose with Prunes & Apples

May 06, 2023May 6, 20230 8

Danish Roast Goose with Prunes & Apples - A delicious and savory holiday dish

by The Chefin Main

Prep

30 min

Cook

180 min

Ready In

210 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

813

Sugar

18g

Fat

68g

Danish Roast Goose with Prunes & Apples is a traditional European holiday dish that has made its way onto tables around the world. Stuffed with juicy prunes and tart apples, this savory meal is perfect for a festive occasion. The bird is roasted to perfection, producing a crispy golden brown skin while retaining its juicy meat. The addition of prunes and apples add a sweet and tangy flavor to the dish that complements the richness of the goose. While this dish takes a significant amount of time to prepare and cook, the end result is well worth the effort.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2.	Rinse the prunes and soak in water for at least 1 hour. Drain.
3.	Remove any excess fat from the goose cavity, wash the bird inside and out and pat dry.
4.	Squeeze lemon juice over the goose and season well inside and out with salt and pepper.
5.	Stuff the cavity with the soaked prunes and sliced apples.
6.	Truss the goose and place on a rack in a roasting pan. Roast for 2-3 hours.
7.	Baste every 20 minutes with boiling chicken broth.
8.	Once cooked through, remove from the oven and let the goose rest for 15 minutes before carving.
9.	Serve with the roasted apples and prunes as a side dish.
10.	Enjoy!

PROS

Full of flavor, perfect for a holiday gathering, a complete meal with sides

CONS

May be too greasy or fatty for some, lengthy cooking time

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dish may provide some nutrients such as protein, vitamin C, and iron. However, due to its high fat and sodium content, it should be consumed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

	8 ounces prunes
	water
	9 lbs goose
	1/2 lemon
	salt and pepper
	4 medium apples , peeled , cored & sliced
	5 cups boiling chicken stock