Squid sausage

4 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
8mediumsSquid, about 6-7\" long
1cloveGarlic, finely minced
1cupChopped fresh parsley
½teaspoonOregano
1teaspoonSalt, or to taste
1teaspoonCoarse grind black pepper
1cupFresh bread crumbs
1tablespoonPLUS -see next ingredient-
¼cupOlive oil
½cupDry vermouth
2cupsCrushed tomatoes

Directions

To clean the squid: cut off the tentacles and reserve. Cut off and discard the mouth which is in the center of the tentacles. Under cold running water, peel off the outer skin and discard. Squeeze the body to push out the insides, pulling off the head when the insides are out. Pull out the center bone (it looks like a piece of clear plastic) and discard. Turn the body inside out and rinse wll. Turn back and rinse. Dry on paper towels. Chop the tentacles coarsley in the food processor. Add the garlic, parsley, oregano, salt, and peppre. Process until blended. Add the bread crumbs and one tb of the oil. Mix well. Fill the bodies of the squid. Fill betwwen half and three quarters full. If you over fill them they will burst when cooking. Either skewer them closed or shut with toothicks or roughly stitch with cotton thread and a needle. Heat remaining olive oil in a skillet and add the squid. Turn often to prevent sticking. Cook until lightly browned. Add the vermouth and saute until the wine has nearly evaporated. Add the crushed tomatoes and simmer 20 minutes, uncovered. Serve warm.

Source: Home Sausage Making by Charles G. Reavis ISBN: 0-88266-477-8 typed by Carolyn Shaw 12-94.

Submitted By CAROLYN SHAW On 12-09-94