Juliet® Guinea Fowl and Apple Casserole

• 6 Juliet® apples
• 1 kg guinea fowl, cut into pieces
• 3 onions
• 25 cl chicken stock
• 20 cl double cream
• 35 g semi-salted butter
• A few sage leaves
• Salt and freshly ground pepper

1. Prepare the ingredients
   
   Let's go ! Preheat the oven to 180°C, and while you're waiting for it to heat up, get busy with the onions.
    
2. Brown the guinea fowl
   
   Take out the guinea fowl pieces and brown them gently in a casserole dish with a knob of butter. Allow them to turn a lovely golden colour on all sides, for added flavour! A little tip: don't stir too often, as this will help to achieve a nice colour and make this recipe perfect.
    
3. Add the herbs
   
   Add the onions and stir gently. They should become translucent, a sign that they are well browned. Season generously with salt and pepper, then pour in the chicken stock. For an even more delicious flavour, add a few sage leaves.
    
4. Baking in the oven
   
   Now, cover the casserole and head for the oven for 1 hour of cooking.There's no need to keep an eye on it all the time, as the guinea fowl will slowly macerate in its juices and become ultra-soft, a key stage in the success of this recipe.


5. Add the Juliet® apples
   
   While the guinea fowl is simmering quietly, the Juliet® apples are taken care of: peel them, remove the seeds and cut them into quarters. Then slip them into the casserole dish 20 minutes before the end of the cooking time. They will gently caramelise with the cooking juices and add a slightly acidic touch, perfect for balancing this recipe for guinea fowl with apples.
    
6. Binding the sauce
   
   It's almost ready! Take the casserole out of the oven and put it back on a low heat. Pour in the crème fraîche and stir gently. If you prefer a smooth sauce, strain it through a fine sieve before coating the guinea fowl.
    
7. Savour
   
   All that's left to do is enjoy this guinea fowl with apples recipe piping hot, with homemade mashed potatoes or a few steamed potatoes.Ideal for a warm meal with family and friends. 
   Bon appétit!
    

When to serve this Juliet® guinea fowl and apple casserole 

The Juliet® guinea fowl and apple casserole is a comforting dish that's perfect for a family meal or Sunday lunch. With its sweet, slightly tart flavours, it's also perfect for festive occasions. A perfect recipe for special occasions like Christmas or an Easter meal, where it's a unanimous favourite.

Its little extra? It can be prepared in advance. All you have to do is gently reheat the casserole before sitting down to eat. Ideal for stress-free entertaining!

What accompaniments are needed to enhance this guinea fowl and apple casserole? 

A simple and delicious accompaniment

Serve this Juliet® guinea fowl with apples with homemade mashed potatoes or mashed sweet potatoes. The creamy textures go wonderfully well with the recipe's unctuous sauce.

A touch of freshness

A green salad lightly dressed with cider vinegar adds a touch of acidity that perfectly balances the dish.

An original vegetable alternative

For a change, consider oven-roasted vegetables such as carrots or parsnips. Their sweet, caramelised flavour subtly complements the sweet and sour taste of the guinea fowl casserole.

Juliet® apples, the perfect choice for this guinea fowl recipe

Juliet® apples are perfect for this guinea fowl casserole. Their firm flesh holds up well to cooking and their naturally sweet flavour adds a lovely fruity touch to the sauce. Grown organically in France, they guarantee authentic flavour and impeccable quality.

Their light acidity balances the mellowness of the guinea fowl and the richness of the cream, for a casserole full of character without being too heavy.