Fried Muskrat

Directions

1. 1
   Cut the muskrat into serving size pieces and soak in salted water overnight.
2. 2
   Place the meat in a pot, add 1 quart of water, salt, pepper, garlic powder and onion.
3. 3
   Cook about 1 hour.
4. 4
   Brown meat in vegetable oil.
5. 5
   Pour ketchup seasoned with 1 teaspoon garlic powder over the meat.
6. 6
   Add some water and simmer about 30 minutes.