Delicious Slow Cooked Goose with a Tangy Cranberry Sauce Recipe

This slow cooked goose recipe is a perfect choice for a special family dinner or holiday meal. The goose is tender and juicy, infused with savory flavors from the slow cooking process. The tangy cranberry sauce adds a perfect balance of sweetness and acidity to complement the rich meat. With minimal hands-on time required, this recipe is easy to prepare and sure to impress your guests.

Ingredients

• 1 whole goose, about 8-10 pounds
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 onion, quartered
• 2 carrots, chopped
• 2 stalks of celery, chopped
• 4 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 cup chicken or vegetable broth
• 1 cup cranberry sauce
• 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons water

Directions

1. Season the goose generously with salt and pepper, inside and out.
2. Place the onion, carrots, celery, and garlic in the bottom of a slow cooker.
3. Put the seasoned goose on top of the vegetables in the slow cooker.
4. Pour the broth over the goose.
5. Cover and cook on low for 4-6 hours, until the meat is tender and falling off the bone.
6. In a small saucepan, combine the cranberry sauce, balsamic vinegar, and honey. Heat until bubbly.
7. In a separate bowl, mix the cornstarch and water to make a slurry.
8. Stir the slurry into the cranberry sauce mixture and cook until thickened.
9. Serve the slow cooked goose with the cranberry sauce on the side.
10. Enjoy!

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