Crumb Coated Roast Dove Recipe
Ingredients
3/4 cup fine dry bread crumbs
1/2 teaspoon crumbled oregano
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 clove garlic, minced or mashed
4 sprigs parsley, finely chopped
6 doves
3 teaspoons salt
1/3 cup olive oil
3 tablespoons catsup
3 tablespoons water
Directions
Combine bread crumbs, oregano, pepper, garlic, and parsley.
Set aside.
Thoroughly clean doves and pat dry.
Sprinkle them with salt; brush with olive oil.
Completely coat the outside of each dove with the crumb mixture; arrange in a large greased utility pan.
Combine catsup, water, and any remaining olive oil and crumbs; pour over birds.
Cover with foil.
Roast in a moderate oven (350°) for 2 hours, or until doves are tender.
Add a small amount of water to the pan if needed.
Set aside.
Thoroughly clean doves and pat dry.
Sprinkle them with salt; brush with olive oil.
Completely coat the outside of each dove with the crumb mixture; arrange in a large greased utility pan.
Combine catsup, water, and any remaining olive oil and crumbs; pour over birds.
Cover with foil.
Roast in a moderate oven (350°) for 2 hours, or until doves are tender.
Add a small amount of water to the pan if needed.