serves 6

1 stewing chicken 4 pounds/1.8kg

1 onion studded with cloves

1 carrot cut into chunks

2 ribs celery cut into chunks

2-3 garlic cloves

10 peppercorns

1 bouquet garni

Place chicken, onion, carrot, celery, garlic, peppercorns and bouquet garni into a large pot.  Add enough water to cover the chicken.  On medium high heat bring the water to a low boil and immediately reduce the heat to a low.  Cover and cook for 45 minutes to 1 hour

Remove the chicken from the broth to a cutting board.  Let rest for 15 minutes.  Cut into 6-8 pieces.  Place on rice. Pour mole over the chicken and serve.