Orange Glazed Duck

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 475 degrees F.
2. 2
   Pat duck breasts dry.
3. 3
   Lightly prick duck skin surface several times with a fork to help fat cook out.
4. 4
   In a small bowl, combine salt with the other seasonings and season the duck.
5. 5
   Insert a pop-up thermometer at an angle, in the thickest part of the breast.
6. 6
   Place duck in preheated oven and turn down heat to 375 degrees F. Roast for about 25 minutes, until internal temperature reaches 165 degrees F.
7. 7
   Meanwhile, in a medium bowl, stir together glaze ingredients.
8. 8
   About 10 to 15 minutes before duck is done, pour glaze over duck and finish cooking.
9. 9
   Let duck rest, tented with foil for 5 to 10 minutes before carving.