John's Creole Rabbit

Instructions

1. 1

   Wash and pat dry rabbit parts.

2. 2

   Combine flour and salt and dredge rabbit parts in it.

3. 3

   Heat oil to 360 degrees and fry rabbit 3-4 minutes per side until crisp.

4. 4

   Remove, drain on paper towels, and place in a large [5-6 quart] covered casserole.

5. 5

   Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Spread all remaining ingredients on top of rabbit, squeezing each lemon quarter, then including rind.

6. 6

   Cover and bake one hour.

7. 7

   Remove cover of casserole, stir ingredients gently, then return to oven, uncovered.

8. 8

   Turn heat up to 500 degrees. Bake 15 minutes, or until rabbit is well browned.

9. 9

   Discard lemons and bay leaves.

10. 10

    Add salt and pepper to taste.

11. 11

    Serve over rice.