Braised Rabbit with Red and Green Peppers

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   Place the rabbit pieces in a bowl, add the vinegar-water mixture, and marinate for 1 hour, turning occasionally.

2. 2

   Drain and dry thoroughly with paper towels.

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   In a 10- to 12-inch saute pan, heat 3 tablespoons of the olive oil over medium-high heat until almost smoking.

4. 4

   Add the rabbit pieces, in batches to avoid crowding, and brown, turning once, on both sides, 5 to 7 minutes per side.

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   Transfer to a plate and set aside.

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   Reduce the heat to medium-low, add the onions, and cook, stirring, until limp and light golden.

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   Add the wine and bring to a simmer, then add the rabbit pieces, nestling them among the onions.

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   Cover and cook for 30 minutes.

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   While the rabbit is cooking, heat the remaining 3 tablespoons olive oil in another large saute pan over medium-low heat.

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    Add the peppers and cook for 15 minutes.

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    Cover and continue to gently stew until thoroughly wilted and starting to brown, about 15 minutes longer.

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    Stir the peppers and their juices into the pan with the rabbit.

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    Add salt and pepper to taste and cook until the rabbit is very tender, about 30 minutes longer.

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    Check the amount of liquid in the pan after 15 minutesthere should be a small amount of rather syrupy oil in the bottom of the pan, just enough to keep the meat and vegetables from burning; add a little more wine, or water or stock if necessary to prevent sticking.

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    Serve immediately.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.