Fagiano alla Contadina: Pheasant, Farmer Style Recipe

Name: Fagiano alla Contadina: Pheasant, Farmer Style
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 small pheasants; 2 tablespoons lardo or fat back; 1 onion, diced; 4 sage leaves; 2 bay leaves; 3 cloves garlic, chopped; 2 rosemary branches; 1 (16-ounce) can peeled tomatoes and their juices, crushed by hand; 1 ladle chicken stock (see attached); 8 slices pancetta; Salt and pepper, to taste; 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley

Servings: persons

2 small pheasants
2 tablespoons lardo or fat back
1 onion, diced
4 sage leaves
2 bay leaves
3 cloves garlic, chopped
2 rosemary branches
1 (16-ounce) can peeled tomatoes and their juices, crushed by hand
1 ladle chicken stock (see attached)
8 slices pancetta
Salt and pepper, to taste
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley

1
Quarter the birds and season with salt and pepper.
2
In a 14 to 16-inch skillet, heat the lardo over high heat.
3
Sear the poultry on all sides, then remove to a plate and reserve.
4
Add the onion, sage, bay leaves, garlic, and rosemary and cook over high heat 5 minutes.
5
Add the stock and tomatoes, bring to a boil, and return the poultry to the pan, each piece wrapped in pancetta (secure with a toothpick if necessary).
6
Reduce to a simmer and cook, uncovered, 30 minutes, or until juices run clear from a piece of the bird.
7
Remove bird pieces to a serving platter, check sauce for seasoning, stir in parsley and spoon over pieces.

130

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 small pheasants, 2 tablespoons lardo or fat back, 1 onion, diced, 4 sage leaves, and more.

Yes, Fagiano alla Contadina: Pheasant, Farmer Style falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Fagiano alla Contadina: Pheasant, Farmer Style

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