rabbit withdates & apricots gratinéed w/emmantaler
This is a French Canadian recipe that makes great use of game meats and one of Quebec's fine artisanal fromages.
prep time
20 Min
cook time
1 Hr
method
Stove Top
yield
4 serving(s)
Ingredients
- 3 ounces soft dates, halved (1/2 cup)
- 3 ounces dried apricots (1/2 cup)
- 1/2 cup white wine
- 1/2 teaspoon fresh thyme
- 2 medium rabbits, cut into pieces
- 1/4 cup flour
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 medium french shallot, chopped
- 1 cup beef broth
- 2 tablespoons apricot jam
- 1 cup ancêtre emmental cheese, grated
- - salt & freshly ground pepper
How To Make rabbit withdates & apricots gratinéed w/emmantaler
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Step 1Soak the dates, apricots and thyme in the white white for about 30 minutes at room temperature.
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Step 2Preheat the oven to 160° C (325° F). Dredge the pieces of rabbit in flour. Season with salt and pepper.
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Step 3In a large cocotte or Dutch oven, brown the rabbit pieces in butter. Add the shallot and continue cooking for several minutes.
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Step 4Add the broth and the mixture of dates, apricots and white wine. Cook for about 1 hour or until the rabbit is cooked.
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Step 5Remove the rabbit pieces from the pot and keep warm. Reduce the cooking juices by half, for about 5 minutes. Add the apricot jam and continue cooking for about 5 minutes longer until thickened.
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Step 6Return the rabbit pieces to the pot. Sprinkle with cheese; place under the broiler for about 2-3 minutes until the cheese is browned and bubbly.
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Step 7Serve with green and yellow beans sautéed in butter.
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