(All measurements are level)
Oatmeal (Four portions)
¾ C-rolled oats
2 C-hot water
½ t-salt
Put the hot water in the upper part of the double boiler. When boiling, add salt and oats. Boil the mixture for three minutes. Cover and place the upper part in the lower part of the double boiler. Cook over a moderate fire for one hour. Stir occasionally.
Creamed Beef (Four portions)
¼ lb. diced beef thinly sliced
2 T-butter
2 T-flour
1 C-milk
Place the butter in a frying-pan, and when the pan is hot and the butter is melted, add the beef separated into small pieces. Allow it to frizzle. Add the flour, mix thoroughly with beef and butter, allowing the flour to brown a little. Add the milk slowly, cooking until thick and smooth. Pour over rounds of toast. Garnish with parsley.