SQUIRREL FRICASSEE

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Here's a nice recipe for a few young squirrels. Older ones seem to be a bit tougher and I usually fix them a little different.

Provided by Chuck in Killbuck

Categories     Wild Game

Time 1h10m

Yield 2-3 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 dressed young squirrels, approx 2lbs
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
pepper, to taste
1 cup flour
1/2 cup solid shortening
1/2-3/4 cup water
1 1/2 cups milk
1 teaspoon minced onion (optional)

Steps:

  • Wash squirrel thoroughly inside and out in warm water.
  • Drain well and cut into serving pieces.
  • Never wash after cutting up.
  • Combine salt, pepper, and flour.
  • Dredge meat in mixture and coat well.
  • Heat shortening in a heavy skillet.
  • Brown meat slowly on all sides to a rich brown, about 15 minutes.
  • Add 1/4 cup of water, cover tightly.
  • Reduce heat and simmer gently until tender, approx about 30 minutes.
  • Add remaining water as needed.
  • Squirrel should be very tender when done.
  • Remove squirrel to a hot platter, cover and keep warm.
  • Blend leftover seasoned flour into the fat remaining in skillet.
  • Add milk gradually and cook until gravy boils and thickens, stirring constantly.
  • Serve at once with squirrel.
  • Add the minced onion for additional flavor, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 797.7, Fat 58.6, SaturatedFat 17.1, Cholesterol 25.6, Sodium 1836.2, Carbohydrate 56.2, Fiber 1.7, Sugar 0.2, Protein 12.5

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