1 pint of water.

1 level teaspoonful of salt.

1/5 teaspoonful of pepper.

1/2 teaspoonful of mustard.

Put all the ingredients into a stewpan and simmer for half an hour, with the stewpan covered; then rub the mixture through a coarse sieve and return to the fire. Simmer for ten minutes, and serve with toasted crackers or bread.

Lima Bean Soup.

1/2 pint of beans.

1/2 pint of milk.

2 quarts of water.

3 tablespoonfuls of minced onion.