Roast Goose with Orange Glaze

local_grocery_store Ingredients

• 1 whole goose, about 10 pounds, cleaned and giblets removed
• 2 oranges, zested and juiced
• 1 cup orange marmalade
• 4 cloves garlic, minced, minced
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• to taste Salt and pepper

restaurant_menu Method

1. 1.Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C).
2. 2.Pat the goose dry with paper towels and season generously with salt and pepper, both inside and out.
3. 3.In a small bowl, combine the orange zest, orange juice, orange marmalade, minced garlic, soy sauce, honey, dried thyme, salt, and pepper. Mix well to make the glaze.
4. 4.Place the goose on a rack in a roasting pan, breast side up. Brush the glaze all over the goose, making sure to coat it evenly.
5. 5.Roast the goose in the preheated oven for about 3 hours, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) in the thickest part of the thigh.
6. 6.Every 30 minutes, baste the goose with the pan drippings and brush on more glaze.
7. 7.Once cooked, remove the goose from the oven and let it rest for 15 minutes before carving.
8. 8.Serve the roast goose with the pan drippings as a sauce and garnish with fresh orange slices.
9. 9.Enjoy this delicious roast goose with orange glaze!

lightbulb_outline Tips

• chevron_rightTo ensure crispy skin, prick the goose skin all over with a fork before roasting.
• chevron_rightSave the rendered goose fat for future cooking. It adds amazing flavor to roasted potatoes!
• chevron_rightServe the roast goose with your favorite side dishes, such as roasted vegetables or mashed potatoes.