Snowshoe Rabbit with Applejack Recipe

Name: Snowshoe Rabbit with Applejack
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 snowshoe hares, cut into serving pieces; 8 tablespoons flour; 6 -8 tablespoons bacon fat or 6 -8 tablespoons lard; salt & pepper; ½ teaspoon thyme; ½ teaspoon basil; 2 cloves garlic; 1 cup white wine or 1 cup dry vermouth (Or more); 1 cup Applejack (or substitute brandy or apple cider); 1 bay leaf; 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce or 1 teaspoon mushroom catsup; 12 lb mushroom, sliced; 2 tablespoons butter; 1 tablespoon flour (optional)

Servings: persons

2 snowshoe hares, cut into serving pieces
8 tablespoons flour
6 -8 tablespoons bacon fat or 6 -8 tablespoons lard
salt & pepper
½ teaspoon thyme
½ teaspoon basil
2 cloves garlic
1 cup white wine or 1 cup dry vermouth (Or more)
1 cup Applejack (or substitute brandy or apple cider)
1 bay leaf
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce or 1 teaspoon mushroom catsup
12 lb mushroom, sliced
2 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon flour (optional)

1
Roll serving pieces in flour or shake in paper bag and saute in fat or lard in skillet or electric skillet, turning often, until browned (about 15 minutes on medium heat).
2
Add remaining ingredients, save the mushrooms and butter, cover, and simmer for 1-1-1/2 hours.
3
After an hour saute the mushrooms in the butter for 5 minutes, then add them to the skillet.
4
Timing instructions cannot be exact, so you must test the biggest pieces of hare from time to time.
5
If sauce thickens too much, add more white wine; if after, say, 1-1/2 hours it is not thick enough, make a paste of one tablespoon flour and liquid and stir into sauce.

1319

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

100

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 snowshoe hares, cut into serving pieces, 8 tablespoons flour, 6 -8 tablespoons bacon fat or 6 -8 tablespoons lard, salt & pepper, and more.

Yes, Snowshoe Rabbit with Applejack 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Snowshoe Rabbit with Applejack

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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