Roasted Christmas Goose with Cranberry Glaze
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Cuisine: Other
This Roasted Christmas Goose with Cranberry Glaze is a delicious and impressive dish perfect for your holiday feast. The crispy skin and tender meat of the goose pair perfectly with the sweet and tangy cranberry glaze, creating a memorable dining experience for your family and friends.
Difficulty: MEDIUM
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 3 hours
Total Time: 3 hours 20 minutes
Serving Size: Serves 6-8
Ingredients:
- 1 whole goose, about 8-10 lbs
- 1 cup fresh cranberries
- 1/2 cup orange juice
- 1/4 cup honey
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
- Salt and pepper to taste
Directions:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Rinse the goose under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
- Season the goose inside and out with salt, pepper, minced garlic, and fresh thyme leaves.
- Place the goose on a roasting rack in a roasting pan, breast side up.
- Roast the goose in the preheated oven for about 2.5 to 3 hours or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- In a saucepan, combine the fresh cranberries, orange juice, and honey. Cook over medium heat until the cranberries burst and the mixture thickens into a glaze.
- Brush the cranberry glaze over the roasted goose during the last 30 minutes of cooking.
- Once cooked, remove the goose from the oven and let it rest for 15-20 minutes before carving.
- Serve the roasted Christmas goose with the remaining cranberry glaze on the side.
- Enjoy your festive holiday meal!