Here’s a truly old-school Southern classic: Traditional Brunswick Stew with Squirrel, a dish rooted in Appalachian hunting culture and rich with smoky, tomato-based flavor 🐿️🔥. This version honors the original spirit of the stew, which was often made with squirrel, rabbit, or even opossum.
🍲 Ingredients
- 3 whole squirrels
- 2 cups stock (chicken or game)
- 4 tbsp bacon fat
- 3 onions, chopped
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1½ tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp rosemary
- 1 tsp thyme
- 1 bay leaf
- ½ cup Madeira wine
- ¾ cup chopped tomatoes
- 1 cup lima beans
- 1 cup corn
- 1 cup cut okra
- Optional: breadcrumbs and fresh parsley for garnish
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