Coq Au Vin

• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 3 strips bacon, sliced
• 1 None onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, crushed
• 4 oz brown mushrooms
• 1 tsp thyme, finely chopped
• 1 tbsp parsley, finely chopped, plus extra, for garnish
• 2 cups red wine
• 1 cup water
• 2 1/2 tbsp butter, melted
• 1/2 tbsp flour
• 1 None barbecued or cooked chicken, cut into 10 pieces
• 1/2 cup brandy
• None None mashed potatoes, to serve

1. Heat oil in a large saucepan on high. Saute bacon, onion and garlic 4-5 mins, until golden. Add mushrooms and herbs, and cook 1-2 more mins. Pour in wine and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer until reduced by half. In a small bowl, combine butter and flour, then stir into saucepan with wine mixture. Add chicken and pour in brandy. Cover and simmer over low heat 8-10 mins. Sprinkle with extra parsley and serve with mashed potatoes.

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