Score crisscross lines into the duck skin using a very sharp knife. Take care not to cut own into the flesh. Scoring the skin like this will help the duck to cook evenly without shrinking and to ...

Preheat oven to 350°F. Season duck leg with salt and place in a small loaf pan. Add enough duck fat or canola oil to cover. Add garlic, thyme, and peppercorns. Cover with foil and roast until meat is ...

Combine all ingredients, except duck, in a large container. Whisk until salt and sugar have dissolved, submerge duck in brine and refrigerate for 2-4 hours. Place a medium saucepan over medium-high ...