It is absolutely necessary that the greatest nicety prevails in the
picking and dressing of these species of game, and we shall leave
that to the poulterer and the cook, and only offer our advice as to
the different ingredients most acceptable as seasonings. Moor game
will bear hanging longer, and must not be overdone with fire, as they
possess a flavour well worth keeping. Season your birds with
Cloves 1 oz.
Mace ½ oz.
Cayenne ¾ oz.
Table salt 6 oz.
Bay leaves 2 oz.
and roast them a nice brown. Their heads, which in general are made to
be seen protruding, should be glazed, and the pots just nicely adapted
to contain one bird each. Clarified butter must wholly cover the body
and half an inch above. Writing paper, pasted on, covers all.