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Muskrat In Tomato Soup
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Ingredients:
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| 4 | each | Muskrat |
Muskrat
As muskrat is mainly herbivorous, its flesh is sweet and palatable, similar to rabbit, although darker, and is fine grained. It can be delicious roasted, broiled, braised or stewed.
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| 1/2 | pound | Bacon » chopped |
Bacon
Bacon is a type of meat that comes from pigs. It's made by curing pork belly with salt and sometimes other spices. Bacon is known for its salty and smoky flavor, and it's
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| 4 | stalks | Celery » chopped |
Celery
Celery is a crunchy, fibrous vegetable with a distinctive, slightly bitter taste, often used in salads, soups, and as a flavoring base in cooking.
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It's a staple in many kitchens, is known for its |
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| 4 | medium | Onions » chopped |
Onions
The Onion is a member of the Allium family of plants and is a close relative of garlic, scallions, leeks and chives. Onions are considered root vegetables because they grow below the surface
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| 1/2 | pound | Margarine |
Margarine
Margarine is a spread used as an alternative to butter, made primarily from vegetable oils.
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Unlike butter, which is made from cow's milk, margarine is created from various plant-based oils like soybean, palm, and |
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| 1/2 | teaspoon | Cayenne Pepper » ground |
Cayenne Pepper
Cayenne pepper is a type of chili pepper used to add heat and flavor to dishes. It's named after the city of Cayenne in French Guiana.
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They're long, thin, and often red when mature. |
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| 1 | teaspoon | Salt |
Salt
Salt, pronounced 'sawlt', is a finely ground mineral primarily composed of sodium chloride. It is the most common type of salt used in everyday cooking and seasoning.
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Above and beyond its basic uses, table |
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| 1/2 | teaspoon | Black Pepper |
Black Pepper
Black pepper, pronounced 'blak PEH-per', is made from peppercorns that are dried and then ground into a fine powder. It's one of the most commonly used spices, known for its sharp, slightly spicy
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| 21 | ounces | Tomato Soup » undiluted |
Tomato Soup
Tomato soup is a flavorful, comforting dish made primarily from tomatoes, often bumped up with herbs, cream, and other vegetables.
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It's enjoyed in various forms, from smooth, creamy versions to chunkier styles, and can |
| Prep Time | Process Time | Overall Time |
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| 30 Minutes | 3 Hours | 3 hours 30 minutes |
Directions:
Preheat oven to 350°F / 180°C / Gas Mark 4
- 21 ounces of Tomato soup is usually 2 standard cans.
- Skin and clean the Muskrat, remove the fat, scent glands and white tissue inside each leg.
1. Saute bacon, celery, onions, margarine and cayenne pepper together for 10 minutes.
2. Place rats in the bottom of a pan that has a tight fitting lid.
3. Pour the bacon sauté mixture over the Muskrats.
4. Add the tomato soup. Don't add water or milk to the soup.
5. Cover with a tight fitting lid and bake in the preheated 350°F oven 2-1/2 to 3 hours, until the Muskrats are tender.
Submitted by Paul B. | February 20th, 2023 See all of Paul B.'s Recipes.
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| @Emily J. | September 9th, 2024 |
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I gave this recipe a try because I enjoy experimenting with unique ingredients. The tomato soup and bacon mixture was tasty, but the muskrat meat was a bit too gamey for my liking. I gave it a 3 |
| @Maria G. | February 21st, 2024 |
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I followed the recipe exactly, but no matter what, it was awful. The muskrat meat had a strong flavor that I couldn't get past, and overall, the dish didn't appeal to me at all. I won't be making this again. I gave it a 1 |
| @Max D. | October 19th, 2023 |
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I approached this recipe with an open mind, and I was pleasantly surprised. The muskrat meat, was tender and tasty. It's definitely a unique dish worth trying for adventurous cooks. I gave it a 4 |
| @Javier M. | August 8th, 2023 |
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I attempted this recipe hoping for an exotic dish, but it was a disappointment. The combination of flavors was strange, and the muskrat meat was not enjoyable at all. I would not recommend it. I gave it a 1 |
| @Harper W. | July 22nd, 2023 |
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I tried this recipe out of curiosity, but I wasn't impressed. I gave it a 2 |