Rabbit with Honey and Thyme Recipe

Name: Rabbit with Honey and Thyme
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tbsp vegetable oil; 1 tbsp butter; 1 3/4 lb (800g) rabbit, chopped on the bone into 1214 pieces; 1 large onion, sliced; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 cup hard apple cider; 2/3 cup chicken stock; 1 tsp chopped thyme; Salt and freshly ground black pepper; 4 oz (115g) sliced bacon, cut into strips; 3 tbsp whole grain mustard; 3 tbsp creme fraiche; 2 tbsp honey

Servings: persons

1 tbsp vegetable oil
1 tbsp butter
1 3/4 lb (800g) rabbit, chopped on the bone into 1214 pieces
1 large onion, sliced
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup hard apple cider
2/3 cup chicken stock
1 tsp chopped thyme
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
4 oz (115g) sliced bacon, cut into strips
3 tbsp whole grain mustard
3 tbsp creme fraiche
2 tbsp honey

1
Heat the oil and butter in a large flameproof casserole over medium-high heat.
2
In batches, add the rabbit and cook, turning occasionally, about 5 minutes, until browned.
3
Transfer to a plate.
4
Add the onion and cook about 3 minutes, until softened.
5
Stir in the garlic and cook 30 seconds.
6
Stir in the cider and bring to a boil, then stir in the stock.
7
Return the rabbit to the casserole, sprinkle with the thyme, and season with salt and pepper.
8
Return to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium-low.
9
Cover and simmer about 20 minutes, until the rabbit is tender.
10
Meanwhile, cook the bacon in a small frying pan over medium heat, stirring occasionally, about 5 minutes, until brown and crisp.
11
Transfer to paper towels to drain.
12
Stir the mustard, creme fraiche, and honey into the casserole and bring to a boil.
13
Serve hot, topped with the bacon.
14
Variation
15
Rabbit with Prunes
16
Add 1 cup pitted dried plums (prunes) to the pan with the cider.
17
Increase the stock to 1 cup.
18
Add a squeeze of fresh lemon juice at the end of cooking.

425

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Carbs

Protein

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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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tbsp vegetable oil, 1 tbsp butter, 1 3/4 lb (800g) rabbit, chopped on the bone into 1214 pieces, 1 large onion, sliced, and more.

Yes, Rabbit with Honey and Thyme 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.

Rabbit with Honey and Thyme

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