Braised Rabbit with Root Vegetables

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven 350 degrees F.
2. 2
   In a deep baking dish, layer the tomatoes, carrots, celery and onion.
3. 3
   Distribute the bunch of thyme throughout the vegetables.
4. 4
   Heat grapeseed oil in a 12-inch saute pan over medium heat.
5. 5
   Season the raw rabbit with salt and pepper and then lightly dust with flour; sear on each side for 1 minute.
6. 6
   Remove the rabbit from the heat and deglaze pan with the white wine.
7. 7
   Place the rabbit on top of the vegetables, and pour the deglazing liquid over the top.
8. 8
   Place the baking dish in the oven for 1 hour.
9. 9
   Serve rabbit over the vegetables.