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Between 1800 and 1860, Appalachian settlers relied on hunting and local resources to supplement their diets. Squirrel gravy was a common practical dish made by slow-cooking squirrel meat into a savory gravy, often served over staple breads such as biscuits or cornbread. This dish reflects the frontier ethos of making use of available game and creating filling meals with simple, flavorful gravies.