Hopi Corn Stew - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 cup roast beef or 1 cup ground beef, chopped
1 tablespoon shortening
salt and pepper
2 cups fresh corn, cut from cobs
1 cup zucchini, cubed
2 cups water
2 tablespoons water
2 tablespoons cornmeal

Preparation

Heat shortening in a large heavy skillet. Brown meat and add salt and pepper to taste.
Add squash, corn and 2 cups water.
Simmer about 30 minutes, or until vegetables are almost tender.
In a cup, stir together cornmeal and 2 tbs. water to make a paste. Stir thickener into stew. Stir about 5 minutes to prevent sticking.