new orleans rigatoni with brown sugar duck

1 Pinch
st bernard, LA
Updated on Aug 21, 2024

I created a brand new rigatoni recipe inspired by New Orleans using brown sugar cooked duck. It's so delicious.

prep time 20 Min
cook time 30 Min
method Bake
yield 8 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon margarine
  • 3 medium carrots, sliced
  • 1 medium green bell pepper, seeded and chopped
  • 1 jar marinated artichoke hearts, drained and sliced
  • 2 tablespoons creole seasoning, divided
  • 1 packet dry onion soup mix
  • 1 tablespoon sweet and tangy seasoning
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 16 ounces uncooked rigatoni
  • 4 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons avocado oil
  • 4 tablespoons dark brown sugar, divided
  • 5 duck breasts (skin-on), sliced thick
  • 3 tablespoons teriyaki sauce
  • 2 tablespoons honey mustard
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 8 ounces pepperjack cheese, shredded

How To Make new orleans rigatoni with brown sugar duck

  • Step 1
    Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
  • Step 2
    Coat the bottom and sides of a 13- x 9-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
  • Step 3
    Heat margarine in a large, deep skillet over medium heat. Add sliced carrots, chopped bell peppers and sliced artichoke hearts; saute for 5 minutes or until tender. Season with 1 tablespoon creole seasoning,onion soup mix and sweet and tangy seasoning; stir together until blended. Remove from heat.
  • Step 4
    Cook rigatoni according to package directions; drain well.
  • Step 5
    Transfer to a large bowl. Add vegetable mixture and cream cheese; toss well with tongs for 3 minutes until combined.
  • Step 6
    Spoon into a greased baking dish and spread evenly. Sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese and remaining creole seasoning.
  • Step 7
    Heat avocado oil and 2 tablespoons brown sugar in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Add thick sliced duck breasts and saute for 6 minutes until the duck begins to caramelize.
  • Step 8
    Reduce to low heat. Stir in teriyaki sauce, honey mustard, ground cumin, onion powder and remaining brown sugar. Let it simmer for 3 minutes until cooked through. Remove from heat.
  • Step 9
    Spoon onto rigatoni mixture in the baking dish. Sprinkle with shredded pepperjack cheese.
  • Step 10
    Bake for 30 minutes or until the cheese is melted. Cool for 10 minutes before serving.

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Keyword: #Casserole
Keyword: #Rigatoni
Keyword: #duck
Keyword: #pasta
Ingredient: Wild Game
Method: Bake
Culture: American
Category: Casseroles

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