"Got Game? Try Rabbit"

Chicken is the world traveler with pork not far behind. Let’s introduce the rabbit, which is mostly all meat. It has 795 calories per pound, chicken at 810, veal is 840, turkey is 1190, lamb is 1420, beet at 1440 and pork is the highest at 2050.

It has the highest percentage of protein and has a lower percentage of fat than chicken, turkey, beef, or pork. It similar to veal, it’s easily digestible and is good for a low sodium diet.

How do you cook this meat and where can you get it? Check your local supermarket, meat market or your favorite online gourmet food mail order catalog. Marinating, then braising, roasting, grilling, stewing, or frying are all options. If you’re considering something that is quick, you may want to try something other than the following recipe.

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I remember when I was in a Girl Scout troop; there was badge I wanted to earn. You probably can guess what it was, of course, the cooking badge. I thought about it and thought about it. At that time, the big blob of fear stood in my way. But now years later, I’m doing the very thing I was afraid of and having a good time.

When in Venice, FL, check out Herman's Meats. They offer game, a fresh selection of meats, quail, fish, breads, pies.

You will begin this recipe by rinsing and pat dry the rabbit. In an enamel baking pan, place olive oil, garlic cloves, pepper, thyme, seasoned pepper, sliced ginger, parsley, and a dry red wine.

Place meat in pan and coat with herb mixture. Cover and refrigerate for 24hrs. turn occasionally.

Mix together egg, milk for a bath. In another bowl mix Wondra (a fine flour) paprika, pepper, and parsley. Dip meat into bath then into flour mixture.

Heat oil on med. high heat and fry pieces for about 30 minutes or until golden brown. Drain onto paper towels. The meat will taste better when served warm. Serve on a bed of basmati rice and a side of arugula with a homemade dressing. If you have left-overs, refrigerate and when you serve them again, give them a quick reheat so they won't dry out.

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