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Correo Electrónico
Raciónes: 12
Ingredientes
- 1 1/2 bottles drinkable red wine (such as merlot, zinfandel or Rioja)
- 2 large yellow onions, thinly sliced
- 2 large carrots, sliced
- 8 garlic cloves, chopped
- 4 sprigs Italian parsley, plus chopped parsley for garnish
- 4 sprigs thyme, or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 2 bay leaves
- 2 large chickens (each 3 1/2 to 4 pounds) or 3 rabbits (each 2 1/2 to 3 pounds), each cut into 8 serving pieces
- 1 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- About 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 pound small button mushrooms, rinsed and patted dry, stems removed and reserved
- 1/2 cup cognac or other brandy
- 3 cups chicken stock
- 1 1/2 pounds pearl onions (about 4 1/2 cups), blanched briefly in boiling water for easier peeling
- 1/2 ounce unsweetened chocolate or 1 1/2 tablespoons premium unsweetened natural cocoa powder
- Freshly ground black pepper
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Serving | %DV |
|---|---|
| Serving Size 370g | |
| Recipe makes 12 servings | |
| Calories 562 | |
| Calories from Fat 327 | 58% |
| Total Fat 36.35g | 45% |
| Saturated Fat 9.95g | 40% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 154mg | 51% |
| Sodium 443mg | 18% |
| Potassium 611mg | 17% |
| Total Carbs 11.69g | 3% |
| Dietary Fiber 2.5g | 8% |
| Sugars 3.68g | 2% |
| Protein 40.39g | 65% |
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