ScottLeysath

Scott Leysath

DU Magazine Cooking Columnist

Scott Leysath is a leading authority on the proper preparation of fish and game. He has authored multiple cooking books and hosts a television show. 

All articles by Scott Leysath

Scott Leysath: Saving the Best for Last

Scott Leysath: Saving the Best for Last

For his final column in Ducks Unlimited magazine, the author shares one of his all-time favorite wild game recipes

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Tailgate Fajitas

Tailgate Fajitas

Add some sizzle to your post-hunt meal

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A Cut Above

A Cut Above

Good knives that are properly maintained are among the most important for any cook

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A Waterfowler's Charcuterie Board

A Waterfowler's Charcuterie Board

These artistic pairings of duck and goose meats with other snack-sized foods just might be the perfect party fare

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Sensational Stir-Fry: Duck Fried Rice

Sensational Stir-Fry: Duck Fried Rice

Perfect for a weeknight dinner, this tasty dish is ready in minutes

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True Grits: Teal with Grits

True Grits: Teal with Grits

This unique dish pairs tender teal breast fillets with a venerable Southern staple

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Best Roast Goose

Best Roast Goose

A new take on this traditional dish

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Cranberries Year-Round

Cranberries Year-Round

Sauces made with these tart berries are an excellent accompaniment to wild game any time of year

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Simply Delicious: Pan-Seared Duck with Roasted Garlic Cream Sauce

Simply Delicious: Pan-Seared Duck with Roasted Garlic Cream Sauce

You only need a few ingredients and some basic cooking skills to create this mouthwatering dish

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International Flavors

International Flavors

Six delicious waterfowl dishes influenced by recipes from across the globe

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Easy Duck Tacos

Easy Duck Tacos

This simple recipe is delicious any night of the week

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Perfect Grilled Duck

Perfect Grilled Duck

The magic ingredient in this simple recipe is homemade barbecue sauce

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Far-East Flavor

Far-East Flavor

In this mouthwatering recipe, homemade hoisin sauce complements the unique taste of dry-aged ducks

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Cooking with Wine

Cooking with Wine

In sauces and marinades, wine brings out the distinctive flavors of wild game

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Duck Dressing

Duck Dressing

The perfect accompaniment to your holiday meal

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Stuffed Fillets

Stuffed Fillets

This imaginative dish tastes as good as it looks

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Specklebelly Steakhouse Salad

Specklebelly Steakhouse Salad

This delicious dish just might be the perfect summertime meal

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Authentic Duck or Goose

Authentic Duck or Goose "Street" Tacos

Discover how to create authentic duck or goose street tacos with real south-of-the-border flavors, perfect for your next taco night.

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French Dip

French Dip

A wild take on the classic sandwich

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Chili Colorado

Chili Colorado

A rich, spicy, and tasty alternative to traditional chili

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Wood Ducks with Romesco Sauce

Wood Ducks with Romesco Sauce

This spicy sauce is a perfect accompaniment to the venerable woodie

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Simple Pan-Seared Duck

Simple Pan-Seared Duck

This delicious dish is the result of just a few basic ingredients and some inspired cooking techniques

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Nachos de Pato

Nachos de Pato

Using ground duck and fresh toppings, you can put your own spin on this popular and versatile dish

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Glazed Game

Glazed Game

Correctly applied, a glaze adds flavor, texture, and color to grilled meats

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Fire It Up!

Fire It Up!

Where there's smoke, there's great-tasting game meat

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Breakfast Sausage

Breakfast Sausage

Getting up in the wee hours to go hunting is easier when this delectable duck or goose sausage is waiting for you

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Holiday Side Dishes

Holiday Side Dishes

The perfect accompaniments to a special meal, these recipes feature wild and fresh ingredients

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Spicy Asian Stir-Fried Duck

Spicy Asian Stir-Fried Duck

This quick and tasty recipe is inspired by traditional Eastern cooking techniques and ingredients

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Deconstructed Ducks

Deconstructed Ducks

To prepare this delicious recipe, some disassembly is required

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Family Feast

Family Feast

The old-fashioned family dinner is enjoying a renaissance. Gather your clan around the table with wild-game recipes that are perfect for sharing

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Goose Lunch Meat

Goose Lunch Meat

Make delectable goose breast sandwiches using the sous vide cooking method

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Cooking with Whiskey

Cooking with Whiskey

Whiskey-infused marinades and sauces can take your waterfowl dishes to the next level

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Jalapeño Lime Jerky

Jalapeño Lime Jerky

Try this new twist on a classic game recipe

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New England Waterfowl Stew

New England Waterfowl Stew

This simple recipe is based on a cooking style that has been handed down through centuries

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Duck Bulgogi

Duck Bulgogi

This Korean-inspired recipe complements the natural flavor of ducks and geese

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Everything Is Better with Butter

Everything Is Better with Butter

This tasty topping will take your next duck dinner to another level

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Five Favorite Waterfowl Recipes

Five Favorite Waterfowl Recipes

Just in time for summer, the Sporting Chef reveals these delicious ways to prepare ducks and geese

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Pulled Goose Barbecue

Pulled Goose Barbecue

For meat that's tender and tasty, cook it low and slow

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Duck Bacon

Duck Bacon

Like traditional bacon, this unique recipe is hard to resist

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Try a Little Tenderness

Try a Little Tenderness

These cooking techniques will make even the toughest game tender and delicious

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10 Must-Have Cooking Items for Waterfowl Hunters

10 Must-Have Cooking Items for Waterfowl Hunters

The Sporting Chef offers tips to outfit your kitchen with the right gear

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5 Small Bites for Summer

5 Small Bites for Summer

The Sporting Chef offers five of his favorite waterfowl appetizers

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Spicy Duck or Goose Wraps

Spicy Duck or Goose Wraps

This twist on the traditional sandwich is the perfect on-the-go summer meal

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Five Tips for Grilling Ducks and Geese

Five Tips for Grilling Ducks and Geese

Follow this expert advice to grill waterfowl to perfection

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Making a Mixed Grill

Making a Mixed Grill

This all-purpose grilling recipe is a real crowd-pleaser

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Grilled Duck Bites

Grilled Duck Bites

Prosciutto, mango and jalapeño give this traditional appetizer a tangy, spicy twist

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Duck Spaghetti

Duck Spaghetti

Out with the old and in with the new; this quick recipe for duck spaghetti turns last season's ducks into a fantastic feast

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Where There's Smoke, There's Flavor

Where There's Smoke, There's Flavor

This classic wild duck cooking method is sure to tempt your taste buds

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Good Luck Duck

Good Luck Duck

Kick off your new year with this hearty winter recipe

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Goose Burgers

Goose Burgers

Try this mouth-watering variation of an American classic

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