18+ Christmas Goose Recipe Nigella You Must Try Them!

The Perfect Christmas Goose Recipe by Nigella Lawson

Ingredients:

1. 1 whole goose, about 10-12 pounds 2. 1 onion, peeled and quartered 3. 1 lemon, halved 4. 1 sprig of rosemary 5. 1 sprig of thyme 6. Salt and pepper 7. 1 cup of chicken or turkey stock 8. 1 cup of white wine 9. 2 tablespoons of butter 10. 2 tablespoons of honey

Instructions:

1. Start by preheating your oven to 375°F (190°C). 2. Rinse the goose and pat it dry with paper towels. Place the onion, lemon, rosemary, and thyme inside the cavity of the goose. 3. Using a sharp knife, score the skin of the goose in a criss-cross pattern. This will help the fat to render and create a crispy skin. 4. Season the goose generously with salt and pepper, making sure to rub it all over the skin. 5. Place the goose on a roasting rack in a large roasting pan, breast side down. This will allow the fat to drip down and baste the meat as it cooks. 6. Pour the chicken or turkey stock and white wine into the bottom of the roasting pan. 7. Cover the goose with foil and place it in the oven to roast for 2 hours. 8. After 2 hours, remove the foil and turn the goose over so that it is now breast side up. 9. Return the goose to the oven and continue roasting for an additional 1 hour and 30 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) in the thickest part of the meat. 10. In a small saucepan, melt the butter and honey together over low heat. Brush this mixture over the goose every 15 minutes during the last hour of cooking. This will create a beautiful glaze and help to keep the skin crispy. 11. Once the goose is fully cooked, remove it from the oven and let it rest for 20 minutes before carving and serving. Nigella's Christmas goose recipe is a true showstopper for any holiday feast. The combination of the rich and juicy meat, infused with flavors from the herbs and citrus, is simply divine. And the addition of the honey and butter glaze takes this dish to a whole new level of deliciousness. So, don't be intimidated by the thought of cooking a goose for your Christmas dinner. With Nigella's easy-to-follow recipe and helpful tips, you'll have a perfectly cooked and impressive dish that will make your holiday celebrations even more special. Happy cooking and Merry Christmas!