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3   pounds  duck

1   tablespoon  extra-virgin    olive   oil

Pinch   freshly ground  black   pepper

2   sprigs  fresh   rosemary

2   sprigs  fresh   thyme

1   clove   garlic, chopped

1   tablespoon  finely  grated  orange  rind

1   tablespoon  agave

2   tablespoons brandy

2   cucumbers,  cut into    small   pieces, for garnish (optional)

DIRECTIONS

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.


2. Pierce the duck skin, and brush the skin with the olive oil; season the
   meat with the black pepper, rosemary, thyme, and garlic.


3. Place the duck in a baking dish, and bake at 350°F for 1 hour, or until
   tender.


4. Remove from the pan. Cover, and set aside.


5. Skim the fat from the pan juices, and discard. In the same pan, add the
   orange rind, agave, and brandy. Cook for 10 minutes over low heat.


6. To serve, carve the duck, arrange it on a plate, and pour the sauce over it.
   Garnish the plate with the cucumber.

Grilled Filet Mignon of Tuna

SERVINGS: 4

PREPARATION TIME: 4 hours

INGREDIENTS

2   cups    reduced-salt    teriyaki    sauce

2   cloves  garlic, minced

½   cup dry sherry

4   tablespoons freshly grated  ginger

½   cup minced  scallions

¼   teaspoon    cayenne pepper

2   teaspoons   freshly ground  black   pepper