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"The tradition of Italian cooking is that of the matriarch. This is the cooking of grandma. She didn't waste time thinking too much about the celery. She got the best celery she could and then she dealt with it."--Mario Batali

Grandma's Fried Chicken Recipe

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Ingredients:  
Ingredients:  
2 (2 to 3 lb) fryers, cut in serving pieces
6 Tbsp flour
1½ tsp salt
½ tsp pepper
Shortening
Directions:
Directions:
Toss chicken pieces in paper bag containing flour, salt and pepper. Spread on rack to dry coating.
Heat oil (about ½") in heavy iron skillet. Add chicken and brown lightly on all sides, about 20 minutes.
Reduce heat; cover tightly and cook slowly until tender, about 20 to 30 minutes. Turn pieces for even browning.
Uncover the last 10 minutes to recrisp skin.

Gravy: Remove all but 3 tbsp. of fat; add 3 tbsp. flour. Blend thoroughly, add 2 cups milk and season to taste. Simmer 5 minutes.
Personal Notes:
Personal Notes:
Grandma was noted for her fried chicken dinners with mashed potatoes and gravy, green beans with bacon and a relish tray. Of course, there was always apple pie for desert!!

 

 

 

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