Roast Duck Legs with Red Wine Sauce

Ingredients

• 4 duck legs
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup red wine
• 1 cup chicken stock
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Season duck legs with salt and pepper.
3. In a large ovenproof skillet, heat butter over medium-high heat. Add duck legs and brown on both sides, about 5 minutes per side.
4. Remove duck legs from skillet and set aside.
5. Add onion and garlic to skillet and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
6. Add red wine and bring to a boil. Cook until wine is reduced by half, about 5 minutes.
7. Add chicken stock, thyme, and duck legs. Bring to a boil, cover, and transfer skillet to preheated oven.
8. Bake for 20 minutes, or until duck legs are cooked through.
9. Serve duck legs with red wine sauce.

Interesting Facts

• Duck legs are often used in French cuisine.
• Red wine is a great addition to any sauce, as it adds depth and complexity of flavor.
• Roasting is a great way to cook duck, as it helps tenderize the meat and render out fat.