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Broiled Fowl And Mushroom Sauce

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Heritage Classic

Broiled Fowl And Mushroom Sauce

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\"\" 81 \"\"
Recipe Score · Heritage Classic
⏱ Time
To roast the fowl, 35 minutes; to broil it, 10 to 15 minutes
📅 Season
In full season from May to January

🥘 Ingredients

A large fowl, seasoning, to taste, of pepper and salt, 2 handfuls of button mushrooms, 1 slice of lean ham, 3/4 pint of thickened gravy, 1 teaspoonful of lemon-juice, 1/2 teaspoonful of pounded sugar.

👨‍🍳 Method

Cut the fowl into quarters, roast it until three-parts done, and keep it well basted whilst at the fire. Take the fowl up, broil it for a few minutes over a clear fire, and season it with pepper and salt. Have ready some mushroom sauce made in the following manner. Put the mushrooms into a stewpan with a small piece of butter, the ham, a seasoning of pepper and salt, and the gravy; simmer these gently for 1/2 hour, add the lemon-juice and sugar, dish the fowl, and pour the sauce round them.

📜 From Mrs Beeton's Book of Household Management (1861). Public domain.

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Mia — Comfort Seeker
★★★★★ 2026-05-08
This one hit different

I tried this Broiled Fowl and Mushroom Sauce last night, seeking solace in a warm, comforting meal. I've always been a sucker for a good mushroom sauce, and this recipe did not disappoint. The fowl, cut into quarters and broiled to perfection, was delightfully crispy on the outside and tender within. But it was the mushroom sauce that truly stole the show. I found that the combination of button mushrooms, lean ham, and a touch of lemon juice created a depth of flavor that was both comforting and surprisingly sophisticated. The gravy thickened beautifully, and the pounded sugar added a subtle sweetness that balanced the acidity of the lemon juice. I think this dish would be a hit with anyone craving a hearty, old-fashioned meal. The process of basting the fowl and simmering the sauce filled my kitchen with an aroma that was pure nostalgia. It reminded me of Sunday dinners at my grandma's house. The result was a meal that was both emotionally satisfying and incredibly delicious. If you're a comfort-seeker like me, this recipe is a must-try.

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