Duck Confit with Berry Glaze | Chopped

Ingredients

• 4 duck legs
• 2 tablespoons kosher salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
• 4 cloves garlic, smashed
• 4 sprigs fresh thyme
• 2 bay leaves
• 4 cups duck fat, melted
• 1 cup mixed berries (blackberries, raspberries, blueberries)
• 1/3 cup red wine
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
• 1 shallot, minced
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/8 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground