Rabbit in Mustard Sauce (Burgundy, France)

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 1
Classic Rabbit in Mustard Sauce recipe
in Main

Prep

30 min

Cook

2 hours

Ready In

2 hours and 30 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

rabbit
4 slices bacon , cut in 1-inch pieces
1/2 cup Dijon mustard
3 tablespoons peanut oil
1 large onion , chopped
1 1/2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme
1 teaspoon chopped fresh rosemary
1 bay leaf
1 cup dry white wine
1/4 cup half-and-half
salt and pepper
1 tablespoon butter mixed with 1 tbsp flour

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
531
Sugar
3g
Fat
32g
Rabbit in Mustard Sauce is a classic French dish that originates from the Burgundy region of France. The dish is characterized by tender rabbit meat cooked in a savory mustard sauce. The dish has been popular in France for centuries and is enjoyed as a special occasion meal or a Sunday dinner. Rabbit in Mustard Sauce is a hearty dish that is perfect for the fall and winter months. It pairs well with a crisp green salad and crusty bread, and can be served with either a bold red wine or a light white wine. This recipe is a classic preparation of Rabbit in Mustard Sauce, and is sure to impress your dinner guests.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2.In a large Dutch oven or other heavy pot, cook the bacon over medium heat until crisp, about 8 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the bacon to paper towels to drain.
3.Season the rabbit with salt and pepper. Add the rabbit to the Dutch oven and cook over medium heat until browned, about 7 minutes per side. Transfer the rabbit to a plate and set aside.
4.Add the onion, thyme, rosemary and bay leaf to the Dutch oven and cook over medium heat, stirring frequently, until the onion is softened, about 5 minutes.
5.Add the wine, mustard, and half and half to the Dutch oven and stir to combine. Bring to a simmer, then return the rabbit and bacon to the Dutch oven. Cover and bake for 30 minutes.
6.Remove the lid and continue baking until the rabbit is cooked through and tender, 30 to 45 minutes longer.
7.Remove the rabbit and bacon from the Dutch oven and transfer to a plate. Discard the bay leaf.
8.In a small bowl, mix together the flour and butter until combined. Stir the butter mixture into the mustard sauce and cook over medium heat until thickened, about 5 minutes.
9.Season the sauce with salt and pepper, pour over the rabbit and serve hot.

PROS

This dish is flavorful and hearty.
The mustard sauce pairs perfectly with the tender rabbit meat.

It is a classic French dish that will impress your dinner guests.

CONS

Rabbit meat can be difficult to source and may not be for everyone.

The dish requires a bit of prep work and a few hours of cooking time.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Rabbit meat is leaner than beef and chicken, and is a good source of protein. It is also a good source of vitamins and minerals, including iron and Vitamin B12. Mustard is low in calories and high in antioxidants and other beneficial compounds. However, the dish does contain bacon and half and half, which should be consumed in moderation.

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