Hedgehog Stew

Step 1 In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

Step 2 Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the pot and sauté until fragrant, about 3 minutes.

Step 3 Add the hedgehog meat to the pot and brown on all sides.

Step 4 Add the sliced carrots, diced potatoes, mushrooms, frozen peas, chicken or vegetable broth, bay leaf, thyme, salt, and pepper to the pot.

Step 5 Bring the stew to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 1 hour, or until the hedgehog meat is tender.

Step 6 Remove the bay leaf from the pot and discard.

Step 7 Serve the hedgehog stew hot, garnished with fresh parsley.