Beef Or Veal Stew(Serves 50) - cooking recipe

Ingredients

12 lb. boneless beef or veal stew meat
1 1/2 c. shortening
4 Tbsp. salt
1 1/2 tsp. pepper
water to cover
50 medium potatoes
50 medium carrots
1/2 gal. peas, if desired

Preparation

Dredge meat with flour.
Brown slowly on all sides in shortening.
Add seasonings and water to cover.
Cover and simmer 1 1/2 to 2 hours.
Add whole vegetables, cover again and continue cooking slowly until meat and vegetables are done, about 30 minutes.
Thicken stock for gravy.
Garnish with cooked peas, if desired.