Stir until well combined and reheat just before serving (this will be the gravy). Return the roast duck to the roasting tray and lay the bacon rashers on top of it again. Cook in the oven for a ...

Whatever you’re roasting – a joint of meat or a chicken, duck, game bird or turkey ... until you are ready to serve. This gravy can be used for any roast and you can vary the flavourings ...

Combine the salt, wine, duck fat, shallots ... Add any juice from the resting bird to the pan and bring to a boil. If the gravy gets too thick, add a little stock or water. Season to taste ...