1-1/2 pounds of round steak.

4 tablespoonfuls of pork fat or beef drippings.

1 tablespoonful of butter.

1/2 cupful of cracker crumbs.

1-1/4 pints of water.

2 tablespoonfuls of flour.

1/2 teaspoonful of thyme.

1-1/2 teaspoonfuls of salt.

1/3 teaspoonful of pepper.

1 tablespoonful of minced onion.