They say that sometimes the best gift is one we give ourselves. As cooks, we know that a gift of food is even better when it can be shared with others. And it’s better still when it involves flipping ...

There is no doubt a well-prepared, well-executed roast duck can be a bit of trouble for not a whole lot of meat. You will notice this recipe serves two to four, not the normal four to six. But, oh my, ...

The prospect of roasting a duck strikes many a home cook as a mountain too high, but I’m not sure why. It’s definitely no more complicated than cooking a whole turkey, and I think it tastes far better ...

Now in my 25th year as a food writer, I've decided it's time to face a phobia. I have no trepidation about butchering meat, cleaning squid or gutting fresh fish, but the prospect of roasting a whole ...

You don't have to take a Disney Cruise to enjoy some of their best cuisine. This duck dish served aboard Lumiere’s on the Disney Magic and Triton’s on the Disney Wonder. Preheat oven to 300°F. Roast ...

Prepare brine: Four hours to a day ahead, put first 6 ingredients and 2 gallons water in a stockpot and boil just until salt and sugar are dissolved. Cool to room temperature, then chill for at least ...

1. Preheat the oven to 350°. In a spice grinder, grind the star anise pods and black peppercorns to a powder. Transfer the powder to a small bowl and stir in the sugar, cinnamon and cardamom. 2. Heat ...

The prospect of roasting a duck strikes many a home cook as a mountain too high, but I’m not sure why. It’s definitely no more complicated than cooking a whole turkey, and I think it tastes far better ...