1 hare or 3 cottontail rabbits, or 2 domestic rabbits Blood from the critters, mixed with a little red wine vinegar (optional) 2 carrots, grated 2 celery sticks, minced 1 large onion, grated 3 bay leaves 1 tablespoon dried thyme 1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary 1/4 cup brandy 1 bottle red wine flour for dusting 1/4 pound bacon 5 tablespoons duck fat or butter 1/2 ounce dried mushrooms 1 tablespoon sugar 1 teaspoon quatre epices 1 pint stock or broth (any kind) 1/4 pound fresh mushrooms 1 onion, sliced 1 tablespoon heavy…