Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Place the rabbit pieces in an ovenproof baking dish. Add the herbs, pancetta and butter.
3. Mix well and bake for 45 minutes. Water occasionally if needed.
4. When cooked, remove the rabbit pies from dish and set aside to keep warm.

To prepare the sauce:

1. Heat the cooking juices and deglaze the bottom of the pan with Brandy.
2. When the sauce is bubbling, flambé the Brandy.
3. Thoroughly scrape the bottom of dish to loosen any particles.
4. Add the wine and reduce until almost dry.
5. Stir in the cream and let the sauce reduce until slightly thickened.
6. Place the sauce in a blender and blend until perfectly smooth.
7. Reheat the sauce and pour over the rabbit pieces.
8. Serve immediately with croutons and lemon juice.