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Tapioca for Invalids

Wash a table-spoonful of tapioca, and soak it in a pint of water or milk and water for half an hour. Let it boil, then simmer it gently until it is quite clear, and stir it frequently to keep it from getting into lumps. Sweeten it slightly, and flavour with brandy or wine if agreeable, if not, with cinnamon, or orange or lemon-rind. If it is too thick add a little more water. Veal, mutton, or chicken broth may be substituted for the water or milk and water. Time to simmer, about three-quarters of an hour. Sufficient for one invalid.