INGREDIENTS
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•4 pounds chicken (legs or assorted pieces)
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•1 pound cremini mushrooms
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•3 carrots, peeled and chopped
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•2 cloves garlic, crushed
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•1 onion, diced
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•1 bay leaf
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•1 quart low-sodium chicken broth
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•2 cups dry red wine, divided (Burgundy or Pinot Noir)
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•1/2 cup lardons (or very thickly sliced bacon), cut into 1/2-inch pieces
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•1/4 cup cognac
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•1/2 cup tomato paste
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•3 tablespoons flour
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•2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
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•12 sprigs thyme
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•6 sprigs rosemary
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•salt and pepper, to taste