Pintade Rôtie - How To Cook A Traditional French Roasted Guinea Fowl

guinea fowl

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: cornish hen

Chicken is more widely available and less expensive.

white wine

🥗Healthier: chicken broth

💰Cheaper: water with vinegar

Chicken broth adds flavor without alcohol.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier and provides a similar richness.

thyme

🥗Healthier: oregano

💰Cheaper: dried thyme

Dried herbs can be more affordable and have a longer shelf life.

Preheat the oven to 200°C (392°F).

Place a little olive oil at the bottom of a baking dish.

Put the guinea fowl in the baking dish.

Slice an onion and place it around the guinea fowl.

Add fresh thyme and rosemary into the cavity and around the bird.

Season the guinea fowl with salt and black pepper, and drizzle more olive oil on top.

Peel and cut potatoes, then place them around the guinea fowl in the dish.

Put the dish in the oven for about 10-15 minutes before adding water.

Check the cooking progress after 10-15 minutes.

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