Lapin a la moutarde (rabbit with mustard)+

4 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
1largeRabbit, about 4 lbs, cut into serving pieces
½cupDijon mustard
Salt
Freshly ground black pepper
2tablespoonsUnsalted butter
1smallOnion, finely chopped
½cupDry white wine
1Bouquet garni
cupCreme fraiche
2tablespoonsChopped fresh parsley

Directions

Spread the pieces of rabbit with the mustard.

Heat large skillet with the butter in it over medium high heat. Brown the rabbit, turning often until the pieces are quite brown, about 15 minutes. Remove to platter.

Pour wine into skillet and scrape up the brown bits. Reduce heat to medium and place the rabbit back in the skillet. Add the bouquet garni. Cover and simmer till the rabbit is tender, about 35 to 40 minutes.

Remove from heat and add creme fraiche and parsley.

Adapted from Saveur Magazine, March/April 95 Mary Riemerman Submitted By JIM WELLER On 04-12-95