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Ah, glorious duck. The beloved poultry product often calls to mind images of Chinatown storefronts, extravagant holiday feasts, and now\u2014thanks to the recent demand for pork alternatives\u2014charcuterie boards. \u201cWe\u2019ve seen a huge surge in popularity,\u201d says Walshe Birney, buying manager and resident meat expert at Murray\u2019s Cheese in New York City. \u201cThat\u2019s one of the biggest growth areas in charcuterie right now.\u201d<\/p>\n

So, it\u2019s high time to make room for duck on your own cheese plate (if you haven\u2019t already). Just like traditional prosciutto, salami, and bacon, their duck counterparts boast the saltysweet- fatty combination that pairs so wonderfully with the right slice of cheese. But because duck has a milder sweetness and creamier fat than pork\u2014not to mention a gamy flavor\u2014it requires its own cheese pairing repertoire. Ahead, duck-friendly cheese picks to help you avoid a party fowl\u2014ahem\u2014foul.<\/p>\n

Smoked Duck<\/h3>\n

Smoked duck breast is easy to find at most specialty food markets, which is good news because it\u2019s totally delicious. The smoking process helps smooth out the meat\u2019s gamy flavor, leaving a creamy, fragrant bite that can stand up against a bolder cheese. When pairing cheese with smoked duck, Birney opts for a washed rind, such as Murray\u2019s Greensward or Jasper Hill Farm Winnimere. \u201cThose have a little bit of smokiness already,\u201d he says, \u201cAnd the vegetal notes that you get in there really complement the meat well.\u201d<\/p>\n

Or you could take the sweet route. Here, Birney recommends a milder Gorgonzola, such as dolce or cremificato. Delightfully smoky duck bacon also pairs wonderfully with sweet, creamy cheeses.<\/p>\n


\nMurray\u2019s Cheese and Cellars at Jasper Hill Greensward<\/a>
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\nD\u2019Artagnan Smoked Magret Duck Breast<\/em>
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\nJasper Hill Farm Winnimere<\/a>
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\nLes Trois Petits Cochons Smoked Duck Breast<\/em>
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\nGorgonzola Dolce DOP<\/a>
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\nMaple Leaf Farms Duck Bacon<\/em>
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Cured Duck<\/h3>\n

Shake up the tired charcuterie spread with pork alternatives like duck prosciutto and salami. Duck meat tends to be dry compared to traditional prosciutto, but thankfully, it\u2019s capped with a luscious layer of melting fat. \u201cI would go with sharper sheep\u2019s milk cheeses like Roncal, manchego, or aged pecorinos,\u201d Birney recommends. Save the blues for the smoked duck; here they could add an unwanted bitterness to your pairing.<\/p>\n


\nManchego PDO<\/a>
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\nFabrique D\u00e9lices Duck Prosciutto<\/em>
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\nRoncal PDO<\/a>
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\nHudson Valley Foie Gras Duck Salami<\/em>
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This article originally appeared in our 2015 Cheese+ ultimate Pairings<\/a> issue. If you’d like to see all 26 amazing cheese pairings, purchase a copy today<\/a>!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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