SQUIRREL FRICASSEE
2 dressed young squirrels, 2 lbs
1½ tsp salt
Pepper
½ cup flour ½ cup shortening
½ to 3/4 cup water
1½ cups milk
1 tsp grated onion, if desired
Wipe squirrel thoroughly with a damp cloth
pick off any hair
Remove scent glands
Examine carefully to locate imbedded shot and remove with a sharp pointed knife
Wash thoroughly inside and out in warm water.
Drain well and cut into serving pieces (Never wash after cutting up.)
Combine salt, pepper and flour and dredge squirrel in this mixture to coat well
Heat shortening in a heavy skillet and brown pieces slowly on all sides to a rich brown, about 1 minute
Add ¼ cup of the water, cover tightly, reduce the heat and simmer gently until tender (about 30 minutes)
Add remaining water as needed
Squirrel should be very tender when done
Remove squirrel to a hot platter, cover to keep hot
Blend any leftover seasoned flour into the fat remaining in the skillet
Add milk gradually and cook until gravy boils and thickens, stirring constantly
Serve at once with squirrel
Add the grated onion for additional flavor, if desired
4 servings
i hope you and Fremen enjoy joe.........
