

Taste for salt and fish out the bay leaves before serving.If George Lucas was supposed to usher digital filmmaking into the 21st century with his Star Wars prequels, it's fair to say that Peter Jackson has stolen his thunder. Stir in the finely minced giblets and cook for 2 -3 minutes more. Cover and cook for 60-90 minutes, or until the meat is tender. Bring the stew to a boil, then lower to a simmer.Top up with additional chicken stock until everything is covered. Stir in the thyme, sage, bay leaves and pepper, then return the rabbit to the pot.Pour in 1 cup of the chicken broth, and scrape the bottom of the pan to loosen the flavorful brown fond.Cook for 1-2 minutes, or until the flour turns a dark blonde color. Toss well to mix the flour and residual oil together. Bring the heat down to medium, then sprinkle the flour over the vegetables.

Don't stir too much - you want to form a golden crust.

