CHOUCROUTE GARNIE WITH PHEASANT

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Choucroute Garnie With Pheasant image

Provided by Moira Hodgson

Categories     dinner, main course

Time 2h30m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 pounds fresh sauerkraut
2 tablespoons goose, duck or pork fat
1 large onion, chopped
1 clove garlic, minced (green part removed)
1 Granny Smith apple, peeled, cored and chopped
Bouquet garni (parsley, thyme, bay leaf and 10 crushed juniper berries tied in cheesecloth)
1 cup dry white wine
3 cups chicken stock (preferably homemade)
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
2 pheasants
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
4 bratwurst
4 weisswurst
8 thin slices boiled ham

Steps:

  • Drain sauerkraut, rinse thoroughly; soak in cold water to cover for 20 minutes. Rinse again until all brine has been removed. Squeeze out as much water as possible; fluff strands of sauerkraut with fork.
  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees.
  • Melt fat in heavy casserole big enough to hold pheasants and sauerkraut. Saute onion and garlic until onions are soft. Add apple and sauerkraut and mix thoroughly. Stir in the bouquet garni and wine. Add just enough stock to cover sauerkraut. Cover casserole, bring to boil on top of stove, place it in oven and simmer gently for about 45 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper. The liquid should have almost evaporated. If not, uncover the casserole, place on top of stove and cook over high heat.
  • While the sauerkraut is cooking heat the vegetable oil in a frying pan and brown the pheasants all over.
  • Bury pheasants in sauerkraut in casserole and bake for one to one and a half hours, or until the pheasants are tender but not overcooked.
  • Prick sausages all over with fork. Add them with the ham to sauerkraut after 30 minutes of baking time.
  • Carve the pheasants. Place the sauerkraut on a large platter and arrange slices of pheasant over the top with sausages and ham.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 468, UnsaturatedFat 16 grams, Carbohydrate 19 grams, Fat 26 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 34 grams, SaturatedFat 8 grams, Sodium 1814 milligrams, Sugar 8 grams, TransFat 0 grams

Muhammad Kasim
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I'm so glad I tried this recipe! The pheasant was juicy and flavorful, and the sauerkraut was the perfect accompaniment. I will definitely be making this dish again.


Hanatu Usman
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This recipe was a bit too complicated for me, but the final product was worth it. The pheasant was cooked perfectly, and the sauerkraut was delicious.


Parbati Gurung
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This dish was a bit too complicated for me, but the final product was worth it. The pheasant was cooked perfectly, and the sauerkraut was delicious.


Ishimwe Kuzka
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I would definitely recommend this recipe. The pheasant was cooked perfectly, and the sauerkraut was delicious. I will definitely be making this dish again.


Ervis Cela
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This dish was just okay. The pheasant was a bit dry, and the sauerkraut was too sour for my taste.


Ga El
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I'm not a big fan of pheasant, but I thought I'd give this recipe a try. I was pleasantly surprised! The pheasant was cooked perfectly, and the sauerkraut was delicious. I would definitely make this dish again.


DEVIL SBK
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This dish was a bit too complicated for me, but the final product was worth it. The pheasant was cooked perfectly, and the sauerkraut was delicious.


All in One (mafia)
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This was the first time I've ever cooked pheasant, and it turned out great! The meat was tender and flavorful, and the sauerkraut was tangy and delicious. I will definitely be making this dish again.


Chapman Rogers
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I made this dish for my family, and they all loved it. The pheasant was cooked perfectly, and the sauerkraut was delicious. I would definitely make this dish again.


Murshed alom Muslim
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This dish was a bit too rich for my taste, but it was still very good. The pheasant was cooked perfectly, and the sauerkraut was flavorful. I would recommend this recipe to anyone who loves rich, hearty dishes.


Stav Levi
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I'm not a big fan of pheasant, but I thought I'd give this recipe a try. I was pleasantly surprised! The pheasant was cooked perfectly, and the sauerkraut was delicious. I would definitely make this dish again.


Winter
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This was my first time cooking pheasant, and I was really impressed. The meat was so flavorful and tender. The sauerkraut was also very good, and I loved the addition of the apples and juniper berries.


Ishwor Tharu
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I've made this dish several times, and it's always a hit. The pheasant is always juicy and tender, and the sauerkraut is the perfect balance of tangy and sweet.


mdgdhsususu mostofa
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This recipe was a bit too complicated for me, but the final product was worth it. The pheasant was cooked perfectly, and the sauerkraut was delicious.


Dennis Scott
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The pheasant was a bit dry, but the sauerkraut was very good.


Nakesha Chambers
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I made this dish for a dinner party, and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the pheasant, and the sauerkraut was a great addition. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


S.H SAKIL HOSSAIN
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This dish was so easy to make, and it turned out so well! The pheasant was cooked perfectly, and the sauerkraut was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Line Otukolo
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I've never had pheasant before, but this recipe made me a fan. The meat was tender and juicy, and the sauerkraut was the perfect accompaniment. I'll definitely be making this dish again.


jared randolph
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This choucroute garnie with pheasant was an absolute delight! The pheasant was cooked to perfection, and the sauerkraut was flavorful and tangy. I especially loved the addition of the juniper berries and the white wine. This dish is definitely a keep