Jul 14 2026
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Monday Recipe

Inspired by T-Coon's Restaurant
Time1h 30m
Serves4

Smothered Rabbit

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Season the Rabbit

    In a bowl, season the rabbit pieces with salt and black pepper. Ensure all sides are coated evenly.

  2. 2

    Heat the Oil

    In a large skillet or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.

  3. 3

    Brown the Rabbit

    Add the seasoned rabbit pieces to the skillet and brown on all sides, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the rabbit from the skillet and set aside.

  4. 4

    Sauté Vegetables

    In the same skillet, add the chopped onion, minced garlic, sliced carrots, and chopped celery. Sauté for about 5-6 minutes until the vegetables are softened.

Cooking

  1. 5

    Add Rabbit Back

    Return the browned rabbit pieces to the skillet with the sautéed vegetables.

  2. 6

    Add Broth and Herbs

    Pour in the chicken broth and add the thyme and bay leaf. Stir to combine.

  3. 7

    Simmer

    Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Cover the skillet and let it cook for about 45 minutes, or until the rabbit is tender.

  4. 8

    Finish with Butter

    Once the rabbit is tender, remove the bay leaf and stir in the butter until melted. This will add richness to the sauce.

Serving

  1. 9

    Plate and Serve

    Serve the smothered rabbit hot with the vegetables and sauce spooned over the top. Enjoy with crusty bread or mashed potatoes.

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