Coot Stew Recipes

Steps:

• Turn on a multi-cooker (such as Instant Pot®) and select Saute function. Heat oil for 1 minute. Add onion and garlic; cook and stir until onion begins to soften, about 5 minutes. Pour in red wine and continue cooking until wine has reduced by 1/2, about 3 minutes. Add beef broth, thyme, parsley, oregano, bay leaf, salt, and pepper; stir to combine. Add tomato paste and stir. Place frozen meat on top. Add potatoes, carrots, and celery.
• Close and lock the lid. Close the vent. Select Meat/Stew button according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 45 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
• Release pressure using the natural-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 10 minutes. Carefully move the vent to release remaining pressure using the quick-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes.
• Unlock and remove the lid. Mix water and cornstarch in a small bowl and slowly pour into the pot. Select the Saute function and cook until slightly thickened, 3 to 5 minutes.

Steps:

• Place the bird in a kettle of water with the red building brick free of mortar and blemishes. Parboil the coot and the brick together for three hours. Pour off the water, refill the kettle, and again parboil for three hours. For the third time throw off the water, for the last time add fresh water, and let the coot and the brick simmer together overnight. In the morning throw away the coot and eat the brick.

Steps:

• 1. Peel and cut potatoes into thirds. Wash and slice zucchini into 1 inch slices. Wash and cut bell peppers into large chuncks. Chop parsley
• 2. In large pot, place enough oil to cover bottom of pot. Add minced garlic and saute in pot over medium heat for 2 minutes. Layer veggies in this order: Carrots, Potatoes, Bell Peppers, Zucchini, Parsley and canned tomatoes (do not drain). Add salt (I usually use about 1/2 tablespoon) DO NOT STIR.
• 3. Let cook for about 45 minutes to an hour (until all veggies are soft). When veggies are cooked, stir and serve with parmesan cheese and french bread.