Toledo-style partridge in chocolate

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Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
-split in ha; lf
freshly ground black pepper
salt
3tbsps spanish virgin olive oil
1mediumonion, chopped
4cloves garlic, finely chopped
1tablespoonplain four
1tbsp white wine vinegar
250millilitreschicken stock
1wineglass dry white wine
3bay leaves
3whole cloves
2tablespoonsbitter dark chocolate, grated

Directions

2-4 partridges, cleaned and Sprinkle salt and pepper over the partridges. Heat the oil in a deep, flameproof casserole, add the birds and fry for about 5 minutes until golden brown on all sides. Add the onion and garlic and cook for a further 4-5 minutes, until softened.

Now make a roux, by stirring in the flour, then add the stock, wine, vinegar, bay leaves and cloves. Slowly bring to the boil, stirring constantly, and season with a little salt and pepper.

Cover the casserole and leave to cook very gently for about 30-40 minutes, until the birds are tender. Stir in the grated chocolate, cover and cook for a further 15 minutes.

Remove the birds to a heated serving dish and strain the sauce over them.

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