Step #1 Spice up the rabbit liberally with salt & pepper; In a large-ish skillet, cook the bacon over med-high heat until crisp.
Step #2 Transfer to paper towels to drain; crumble & set aside.
Step #3 Add the rabbit to the hot bacon fat & brown on all sides.
Step #4 Transfer to a slow cooker (aka crockpot).
Step #5 Add shallots & garlic to the skillet; cook, stirring, for 2 mins.
Step #6 Sprinkle top with the flour, then add the wine; cook, scraping up any browned bits stuck to the pan.
Step #7 Add in the tomato sauce, thyme, water, & basil; bring to a boil.
Step #8 Pour over the rabbit; cover & cook on HIGH for 2 hrs.
Step #9 Add mushrooms to the slow cooker (aka crockpot); cover & continue cooking on HIGH 1 ½-3 hrs, until the rabbit is very tender & falling off the bone.
Step #10 Taste & adjust seasonings to taste; serve garnished with parsley & crumbled bacon.