29. Beefsteak Pie.
Take from 1 to 2 lbs. of beefsteak, according to the quantity required, and cut into small pieces. Place it in a pan with sufficient cold water to cover. Season with pepper and salt, and stew for 1½ hours. Have ready a pie dish lined with crust, into which put the stewed steak and part of the gravy. Put on the cover and bake about ¾ of an hour. Use the rest of the gravy as required. Make the crust according to “Pie Pastry” recipe.