
A historical main dish from The White House cook book; a comprehensive cyclopedia of information for the home .. (1913). Prepare the same as for frying, bake quickly, and baste often. Make a little brown gravy to serve over them.
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Prepare them the same as for frying
lay them in a dripping-pan with a very little water at the bottom
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Bake quickly, and baste often with butter and water
Make a little brown gravy and turn over them when they are served
Modern guidance to help you succeed with this vintage recipe
Baking mutton cutlets with frequent basting creates a moist interior while developing surface browning through the Maillard reaction. The water in the pan creates steam that prevents the lean mutton from drying out during high-heat cooking, while butter basting adds fat that conducts heat efficiently and contributes to flavor development. Quick, high-heat baking mimics pan-frying results while requiring less active attention.
The cutlets can be trimmed and seasoned up to 4 hours ahead, covered, and refrigerated. Bring to room temperature 30 minutes before baking. The brown gravy base (roux) can be prepared 1 day ahead and refrigerated; finish with pan drippings and stock just before serving.
Store cooked cutlets and gravy separately in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat cutlets in a 350°F oven for 8-10 minutes until warmed through (internal temperature of 145°F). Reheat gravy gently on the stovetop, thinning with additional stock if needed.
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The cutlets can be trimmed and seasoned up to 4 hours ahead, covered, and refrigerated. Bring to room temperature 30 minutes before baking. The brown gravy base (roux) can be prepared 1 day ahead and refrigerated; finish with pan drippings and stock just before serving.
Store cooked cutlets and gravy separately in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat cutlets in a 350°F oven for 8-10 minutes until warmed through (internal temperature of 145°F). Reheat gravy gently on the stovetop, thinning with additional stock if needed.