Roast Partridge with Grapes in Sauternes Recipe

Name: Roast Partridge with Grapes in Sauternes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups Sauternes, or other sweet white wine; 1 cup halved green seedless grapes; 2 shallots, finely chopped; 1 1/2 cups chicken stock; 2 tbsp cold butter, diced; 6 partridge breasts, removed from 6 whole partridges; Salt and freshly ground black pepper; 4 tbsp butter, cut into 12 slices; 12 sage leaves; 12 slices bacon; 2 tbsp olive oil

Servings: persons

1 1/2 cups Sauternes, or other sweet white wine
1 cup halved green seedless grapes
2 shallots, finely chopped
1 1/2 cups chicken stock
2 tbsp cold butter, diced
6 partridge breasts, removed from 6 whole partridges
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
4 tbsp butter, cut into 12 slices
12 sage leaves
12 slices bacon
2 tbsp olive oil

1
To start the sauce, combine the wine and grapes and let stand for at least 1 hour.
2
Cut the breasts off the partridges.
3
Season with salt and pepper.
4
For each breast, place a slice of butter and a sage leaf on the under side, and wrap in 1 slice of bacon.
5
Heat the oil in a large frying pan over medium-high heat.
6
Add the breasts and cook, turning once, about 3 minutes, until browned on both sides.
7
Place in an oiled roasting pan, skin side up; set aside.
8
Leave any fat in the pan.
9
Preheat the oven to 375F (190C).
10
To continue the sauce, add the shallots to the frying pan and cook about 2 minutes, until softened.
11
Strain the wine into the pan, reserving the grapes.
12
Bring to a boil and cook to reduce to 1/3 cup.
13
Stir in the stock and boil until reduced again to 1/3 cup.
14
Add the grapes and cook for 1 minute; set aside.
15
Roast the breasts for 12 minutes, turning once.
16
Before serving, bring the sauce back to a simmer.
17
Remove from the heat and whisk in the butter.
18
Season with salt and pepper.
19
Serve with the sauce.

876

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 cups Sauternes, or other sweet white wine, 1 cup halved green seedless grapes, 2 shallots, finely chopped, 1 1/2 cups chicken stock, and more.

Yes, Roast Partridge with Grapes in Sauternes 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.

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Roast Partridge with Grapes in Sauternes

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