Rabbit in Potacchio

Directions

1. 1
   Wash and dry the rabbit pieces and dredge in flour.
2. 2
   Season with salt and pepper.
3. 3
   In a 14 inch frying pan, heat 6 tablespoons olive oil until just smoking.
4. 4
   Cook the rabbit pieces until golden brown, 3 or 4 at a time, and remove to a plate.
5. 5
   Drain old oil and add new with shallots, garlic, rosemary and chilies and cook until soft and translucent, about 8 to 10 minutes.
6. 6
   Add lemon juice, zest, tomatoes and wine and bring to a boil.
7. 7
   Add rabbit pieces and drippings and return to boil.
8. 8
   Lower heat and simmer until rabbit is cooked through, about 15 to 20 minutes.
9. 9
   Season with salt and pepper and serve.