Here is a method of preparing squabs that is very simple and the: birds are most delicious.
To prepare the squabs in this manner, have them split down the back after they are dressed. Place two tablespoons of butter for each squab in a frying pan—a heavy iron one is best—and when the butter is very hot, put in the squabs and sear them on both sides. Then turn the birds, split side down, place a for side is nicely browned and then' turn and brown the other side. When both sides are done, sprinkle with salt and pepper, pour in one cup of boiling water at one side of the cover and steam four minutes.
The entire cooking time is about} fifteen minutes.
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