RABBIT WITH TARRAGON AND GARLIC

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Provided by Moira Hodgson

Categories     dinner, main course

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 rabbit, cut into eight pieces
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 teaspoons unsalted butter
1/4 cup tarragon-flavored white vinegar
4 medium tomatoes, peeled, seeded and chopped
8 large sprigs fresh tarragon
1 1/2 cups creme fraiche
16 large cloves garlic, unpeeled
1 cup milk
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
1 teaspoon sugar

Steps:

  • Salt and pepper the rabbit generously. Heat the oil in a large frying pan and add the rabbit. When it starts to brown, add the butter, lower the heat and brown on all sides for 10 minutes, shaking the pan often to avoid sticking. With a slotted spoon, remove the rabbit from the pan and reserve.
  • Pour all the fat from the pan and pat it dry with a paper towel. Add the tarragon vinegar, stirring to detach any fond stuck to the bottom of the pan, and place over high heat. Boil the vinegar for about 30 seconds, or until it has almost completely evaporated, then add the tomatoes and the bunch of tarragon stems (reserve the leaves for later), and cook slowly for four minutes. Add the cream, salt and pepper; then add the rabbit, cover and simmer gently for 15 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, place the cloves of garlic in a small saucepan, add the milk, and bring to a boil. Simmer gently for four minutes and drain.
  • Heat the butter in a small frying pan, add the garlic, salt, pepper and sugar. Cook over very low heat 15 minutes, stirring often, to color and caramelize the garlic on all sides without burning.
  • Lift the pieces of rabbit out of the sauce with a slotted spoon and place them on a plate. Measure the sauce; if there is more than one-and-two-thirds cups, boil it to reduce to that amount, then strain it into a clean frying pan. Correct seasoning and heat the rabbit in the sauce.
  • Place the rabbit on a serving platter, spoon the sauce over it and sprinkle with the freshly chopped tarragon. Place the caramelized cloves of garlic around the rabbit and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 894, UnsaturatedFat 21 grams, Carbohydrate 23 grams, Fat 50 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 87 grams, SaturatedFat 21 grams, Sodium 1671 milligrams, Sugar 10 grams, TransFat 0 grams

Michael Seery
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This was a great recipe! The rabbit was tender and the sauce was flavorful. I added a few extra cloves of garlic and some fresh thyme, and it turned out perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


mission daii
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I'm not a big fan of rabbit, but I thought I'd give this recipe a try. I was pleasantly surprised! The rabbit was tender and the sauce was delicious. I served it over rice, and it was a great meal. I'll definitely be making this again.


Rahul Rana
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This recipe is a keeper! The rabbit was cooked to perfection, and the tarragon and garlic sauce was simply divine. I served it over mashed potatoes, and it was a hit with my guests. I'll definitely be making this again soon.


Ebuka Ohanwe
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This was my first time cooking rabbit and I was very impressed. The recipe was easy to follow and the end result was delicious. The rabbit was tender and the sauce was flavorful. I served it with roasted potatoes and it was a great meal. I will defin


Musthakeem Nadaf
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I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a success. The rabbit is always tender and juicy, and the sauce is rich and flavorful. I love that this dish can be made in one pot, which makes cleanup a breeze. I highly recommend this recipe


Ahmad Ahil
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This is my go-to recipe for rabbit. It's always a hit with my guests. The rabbit is cooked to perfection and the sauce is divine. I love the combination of tarragon and garlic. I highly recommend this recipe.


ML Shakiul hasan
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I love this recipe! The rabbit is always so tender and juicy, and the sauce is rich and flavorful. I always serve it with mashed potatoes and green beans. It's a great meal for a special occasion.


Sajjat Husen
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This was my first time cooking rabbit and I was very impressed. The recipe was easy to follow and the end result was delicious. The rabbit was tender and the sauce was flavorful. I served it with roasted potatoes and it was a great meal. I will defin


Hridoy Sarkar
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I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a success. The rabbit is always tender and juicy, and the sauce is rich and flavorful. I love that this dish can be made in one pot, which makes cleanup a breeze. I highly recommend this recipe


dj Pettaway
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This is my go-to recipe for rabbit. It's always a hit with my guests. The rabbit is cooked to perfection and the sauce is divine. I love the combination of tarragon and garlic. I highly recommend this recipe.


Angela Medford
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I love this recipe! The rabbit is always so tender and juicy, and the sauce is rich and flavorful. I always serve it with mashed potatoes and green beans. It's a great meal for a special occasion.


Bolarinwa Yusuff
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This recipe was easy to follow and the end result was delicious! The rabbit was tender and the sauce was flavorful. I served it with roasted vegetables and it was a hit with my family. I will definitely be making this again.


Ruhe Kuri
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I'm not a big fan of rabbit, but I thought I'd give this recipe a try. I was pleasantly surprised! The rabbit was tender and the sauce was delicious. I served it over rice, and it was a great meal. I'll definitely be making this again.


Mudassar Awan
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This was a great recipe! The rabbit was tender and the sauce was flavorful. I added a few extra cloves of garlic and some fresh thyme, and it turned out perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


denisgbc
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I've made this recipe several times now, and it's always a hit. The rabbit is always tender and juicy, and the sauce is always flavorful. I love that this dish can be made in one pot, which makes cleanup a breeze. I highly recommend this recipe to an


Fee Free
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I was a bit hesitant to try rabbit, but I'm so glad I did! This dish was amazing. The rabbit meat was tender and flavorful, and the sauce was rich and complex. I loved the combination of tarragon and garlic. I will definitely be making this again.


jabed Hosen
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This recipe is a keeper! The rabbit was cooked to perfection, and the tarragon and garlic sauce was simply divine. I served it over mashed potatoes, and it was a hit with my guests. I'll definitely be making this again soon.


Op Hacker
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I've never cooked rabbit before, but this recipe made it easy and enjoyable. The instructions were clear and concise, and the end result was a mouthwatering dish that my whole family loved. The rabbit meat was tender and flavorful, and the sauce was


Rehan king2
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This rabbit dish was an absolute delight! The tarragon and garlic flavors complemented each other perfectly, creating a savory and aromatic experience. The rabbit meat was tender and juicy, and the sauce was rich and flavorful. I highly recommend thi