Pasta with Duck and Sauce

Pasta with Duck and Sauce is a rich and savory dish that combines tender duck with a velvety sauce, served over al dente pasta. This unique American-Kosher fusion dish brings luxurious flavors to your dining experience.

Ingredients

• Duck breast - 250 grams
• Pasta (fettuccine or pappardelle) - 150 grams
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Shallots - 1 medium, finely chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Red wine - 100 ml
• Chicken broth - 200 ml
• Fresh thyme - 1 teaspoon, chopped
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Parmesan cheese (optional, for serving) - 20 grams

Steps

1. Score the skin of the duck breast in a crisscross pattern, being careful not to cut into the meat.
2. Season the duck breast with salt and black pepper on both sides.
3. Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Place the duck breast skin-side down and cook for about 6-8 minutes until the skin is crispy and golden brown.
4. Flip the duck breast and cook for an additional 4-5 minutes for medium-rare or longer to your desired doneness. Remove from the skillet and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
5. In the same skillet, add chopped shallots and minced garlic. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until the shallots are translucent.
6. Pour in the red wine and scrape the bottom of the skillet to deglaze, reducing the liquid by half (about 3-4 minutes).
7. Add the chicken broth and fresh thyme, and let simmer for another 5-7 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
8. Meanwhile, cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and reserve a bit of pasta water.
9. Slice the duck breast thinly and toss the pasta with the sauce, adding a little reserved pasta water if needed for consistency.
10. Serve the pasta topped with sliced duck and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese, if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 650
• Protein: 35 g
• Carbs: 65 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 750 mg
• Cholesterol: 90 mg
• Total Fat: 25 g
• Saturated Fat: 7 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Duck is a good source of protein and essential vitamins.
• Pasta provides carbohydrates for energy and can be part of a balanced diet.

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