GRILLED OR BROILED SQUAB
2 servings

Position an oven rack 4 inches from the heating element and grease a broiler pan. Preheat the broiler. Or prepare a medium-hot grill fire. Spatchcock:

  • Two 1-pound squab

Lay the squab skin side up on the broiler pan, if broiling, or on a work surface. Brush well with:

  • 2 tablespoons melted butter

Sprinkle with:

  • Salt and black pepper

Broil or grill (starting skin side down, if grilling) until the internal temperature of the breasts and thighs reaches 135° to 140°F and the juices from the thighs are light pink when the skin is pierced, 12 to 18 minutes. When grilling, turn the squab once halfway through cooking. If desired, serve on:

  • (Buttered toast)

Pour any pan drippings over the squab. Serve immediately.


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