No. 198 Broiled Shad
Split fish in two; lay on gridiron over hot fire; broil gently; put the inside to the fire first; have a dish ready with ¼ of a pound of sweet butter in it; also, 1 teaspoonful each of salt and pepper worked in it; when the fish is done on both sides lay on a dish; turn it often in the butter; cover over, and set dish where it will be hot till wanted.