- Put rabbit, water, celery, carrot, and onion in kettle. 
- Heat to boiling, reduce heat, cover and simmer for 2 hours. 
- Add salt and simmer about 30 minutes. 
- Strain. To the boiling broth, add the raw rice slowly and let cook for 20 minutes. 
- Meanwhile, remove meat from bones, chop and add to the soup. 
- Additional seasoning such as a small amount of rosemary or cloves may be added if desired. 
- Add parsley and serve at once.