Alsatian goose
{{short description|Breed of goose}}
The Alsatian goose ({{langx|fr|oie d'Alsace}}), is a breed of goose developed in the French region of Alsace.{{Cite web |last= |date=2016-06-07 |title=Alsatian Goose Info, Origin, Meat Production, Pictures |url=https://www.breedslist.com/alsatian-goose.htm |access-date=2023-02-02 |website=Breeds List |language=en-US}} A small breed, this goose was developed to grow a large and fatty liver for foie gras production.{{Cite book |last=Strauss |first=Gustave Louis Maurice |url=https://books.google.com/books?id=Mf0YAAAAYAAJ |title=Dishes and Drinks: Or, Philosophy in the Kitchen |date=1887 |publisher=Ward & Downey |pages=103 |language=en}}
Uses
Geese selected for this purpose have shorter legs and wider bodies. This body form allows the development of internal organs, particularly the liver. Geese whose livers are not deemed usable for foie gras are slaughtered for their meat.
See also
References
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External links
- [http://pagesperso-orange.fr/volaillepoultry/oiefranc2.html French geese breeds]
Category:Goose breeds originating in France
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