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Starting the bird breast-side down in two litres of water at 170 degrees Celsius ensures the thick layer of subcutaneous fat begins rendering slowly into the roasting pan without scorching the delicate breast meat during the initial phase. As the duck transforms, the cavity stuffed with apples, prunes, and fresh thyme releases organic acids and sugars that gently steam the interior cavity, counteracting the heavy richness of the poultry. Prunes contain high levels of pectin and natural sugars which caramelize slightly when exposed to the ambient oven heat, while tart cooking apples break down into a soft purée that infuses the meat from the inside out. Basting the skin every thirty minutes with the accumulating pan juices reintroduces gelatin and salt to the outer surface, encouraging the Maillard reaction necessary for deep browning. Removing the accumulated liquid entirely ten minutes before the timer ends prevents steam from dampening the exterior, allowing dry heat to crisp the skin effectively. Resting the roasted duck uncovered for thirty to forty minutes allows the muscle fibers to relax fully and redistribute internal moisture so that juices do not bleed out upon carving. Covering the bird during this rest traps escaping steam and ruins the crispness of the skin. Skimming the rendered fat from the cooled pan juices yields a flavorful medium for enriching traditional accompaniments like red cabbage.