HOW TO MAKE RUSTIC RABBIT STEW

rabbit

💰Cheaper: chicken

Chicken is more widely available and less expensive.

red wine

💰Cheaper: grape juice

Grape juice can provide similar sweetness without alcohol.

prunes

🥗Healthier: dried apricots

Dried apricots can add a similar sweetness and texture.

Set rabbit to the side after browning.

Heat olive oil in a large pot.

Season rabbit pieces with salt and black pepper.

Brown rabbit pieces in the pot for 5-7 minutes.

Remove rabbit from the pot and set aside.

Add chopped onions, carrots, and celery to the pot, sautéing until softened, about 5 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic and sliced mushrooms, cooking until fragrant, about 2 minutes.

Return rabbit to the pot and add red wine, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom.

Pour in chicken stock, then add bay leaves and thyme.

Bring to a simmer, cover, and reduce heat to low.

Cook for 2 hours, until rabbit is tender and separates from the bone.

Stir in prunes and cook for an additional 15 minutes.

Remove bay leaves and thyme stems before serving.

Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

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Equipment Needed

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