Rabbit in Sour Cream
- 1 3- lb rabbit (deboned and cut into 10-12 pieces)
- 1 medium onion (chopped)
- 2 cups sour cream
- 1/2 cup dry white wine
- 2 tbsp brandy
- 3 tbsp butter
- 1 large bay leaf
- pinch of nutmeg
- salt
- ground black pepper
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Season the rabbit pieces with salt and pepper and fry in butter until a brownish-red crust forms (the meat does not have to be cooked through at this point).
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Remove from the pan and place on the bottom of a Dutch oven or a heavy casserole.
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Return the pan to the heat and saute the onions (adding more butter, if necessary), until they are tender and slightly golden, about 10 minutes.
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Drain the onions on paper towels and add to the rabbit.
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Whisk together sour cream, wine, and brandy.
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Pour over the rabbit and onions.
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Bring to a simmer and season with salt, pepper, and nutmeg.
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Add the bay leaf, cover, and simmer over low heat for 45 minutes.
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Serve with pan-fried potatoes.

