Chicken Ragout Meme

Directions

1. 1
   Heat the oil in a large, sturdy saucepan.
2. 2
   When it is hot, add the skinless chicken legs and saute over medium heat for 6 to 8 minutes, turning occasionally until browned on all sides.
3. 3
   Meanwhile, cut the salt pork into 1/2-inch pieces and place in a saucepan with 2 cups of the water.
4. 4
   Bring to a boil and boil for 1 minute.
5. 5
   Drain in a sieve and rinse under cold water.
6. 6
   When chicken is well browned, transfer it to a plate and add salt-pork pieces to the drippings in the pan used to cook the chicken.
7. 7
   Cook the salt pork, partly covered (to prevent splattering) over medium heat, for 5 minutes, until the pieces are brown and crisp.
8. 8
   Add scallions and onions, mix well and cook for 5 minutes over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
9. 9
   Then, add flour, mix well and continue browning mixture over medium heat for 1 minute, stirring occasionally.
10. 10
    Add remaining 2 1/2 cups of water along with garlic, thyme, bay leaves and salt and bring to a boil, stirring occasionally.
11. 11
    Add potatoes and chicken legs, bring mixture back to a boil and boil gently, covered, over low heat for 30 minutes.
12. 12
    Add Tabasco, if desired, stir and serve.