Romertopf Partridge Recipe

Summary

Preparation Time15 MinCooking Time1 Hr 45 Min
Ready In2 Hr 0 MinDifficulty LevelMedium
Health IndexHealthyServings3
CuisineCourse
MethodSpeciality
Main IngredientInterest Group

Ingredients

 Young partridges - 3
 Butter1 Tablespoon
 Bay leaf1
 Thyme - a little
 Mixed herbs1/2 Tablespoon
 Red wine1/2 Cup (16 tbs)
 Bacon4 Ounce, smoked
 Lemon juice1 Tablespoon
 Peppercorns3 To taste
 Onion1
 Salt1 To taste
 Sour cream1/2 Cup (16 tbs)

Directions

GETTING READY
1. Preheat oven to 450 degrees Fahrenheit.
2. Season the partridges well with salt and lemon juice; rub with hands to ensure it is well seasoned.
3. Using a knife, chop the partridge-'s heart and liver.
4. In a bowl, toss the meat with butter, lemon juice and herbs.
5. Using this meat mixture to stuff the bird.

MAKING
6. Into a soaked RomertopF, place the stuffed bird and sprinkle more herbs on top.
7. Top with slices of bacon.
8. Cover the pot and cook for about 1 1/2 hours; frequently add little wine in between cooking.
9. Remove the bird from pot and grill for 15 minutes until it is brown.

SERVING
10. Carve Romertopf Partridge and serve with rice or salad.
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