Hare casserole

4 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
4Hare portions
25gramsButter; (1oz)
1Clove garlic; crushed
2Carrots; sliced
1Onion; chopped
300millilitresStock; (1/2 pint)
300millilitresRed wine; (1/2 pint)
3tablespoonsFreshly chopped mixed herbs
125gramsButton mushrooms; (4 oz)
1tablespoonCornflour
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Directions

1. Melt the butter in a pan and fry the hare portions on both sides until golden. Transfer to an ovenproof casserole dish with the carrots, onion, stock, wine and most of the herbs.

2. Cover and place in a preheated oven 180 C, 350 F, Gas Mark 4 for 1½ hours.

3. Stir in the mushrooms and cornflour blended with a little water and seasoning.

4. Cook for a further ½ hour. 5. Sprinkle with the remaining herbs before serving.

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NOTES : This traditional British casserole makes a hearty winter main course, ideal served with creamed potatoes and seasonal vegetables.

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