Ingredients

  • 1 whole rabbit, cleaned
  • 1 medium onion, chopped fine
  • 2 cloves garlic chopped with a handful of Italian parsley leaves
  • 1/4 teaspoon chopped fresh oregano
  • 2 ounces soaked chopped (dried) porcini mushrooms
  • 4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
  • 8 slices Volpi Pancetta, chopped fine
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 whole clove
  • 6 ounces white wine

Method

  • Use a poultry shears to cut the whole rabbit into serving pieces and pat dry with paper towels.
  • In a large mixing bowl mix together remaining ingredients, except wine.
  • Add the rabbit to the marinade ingredients.
  • Make sure all the rabbit has been coated.
  • Cover the bowl and let stand in refrigerator overnight.
  • In a large skillet place rabbit with marinade over high heat.
  • Turn frequently.
  • After a few minutes add white wine.
  • Allow this to simmer for a few more minutes.
  • Cover the pan, lower the heat and cook slowly until done, about 1 to 1 1/2 hours.
  • Beef broth can be added to increase the gravy if the rabbit is drying out too much during cooking, or in order to stretch the gravy.