Dating of "Angels on Horseback"

[Laurence Horn]

At 1:46 PM -0500 1/16/06, Michael McKernan wrote:
>Not having access to OED or any other reasonable sources, I humbly request
>assistance in dating "Angels on Horseback" (oysters wrapped in bacon and
>grilled or broiled, usually served on toast or half-shell.  May also refer
>to other ingredient than oysters--e.g., water chestnuts, hot dogs, etc.).
>
Not to be confused with prairie angels on horseback.

larry

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