Snapper Ala King

Directions

1. 1
   Cut the head off as close to the jaw as possible and let it bleed well.
2. 2
   (Tie it with rope by back leg and hang it up.)
3. 3
   Put the whole turtle in scalding water (shell and all) for about 5 to 10 minutes.
4. 4
   Remove turtle and scrub well with a good stiff brush. Pull toenails and cut shell away with a very sharp knife.
5. 5
   Don't forget to get all that white meat from back of shell.
6. 6
   Remove internal organs.
7. 7
   Parboil until meat is tender.
8. 8
   Remove meat and skin it.
9. 9
   Use the broth for stew or soup.