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Beef Tea

1 pint cold water 1 pound ground lean beef Salt and pepper Choose beef from the under side of the round, as that contains the greatest strength, and have it ground. Put it in a closely covered saucepan and let it stand on the range, without boiling, for twenty minutes; then boil for six minutes; strain and season. OATMEAL GRUEL No. 1 1 tablespoon oatmeal 3 tablespoons water 1 pint milk or water Pinch of salt Mix the oatmeal with the three tablespoons of water. Boil the pint of milk or water and into it pour the oatmeal slowly. Season and boil for five minutes, stirring constantly. OATMEAL GRUEL No. 2 1 quart water 3 tablespoons oatmeal Milk Sugar 1/2 tablespoon butter Boil the water and into it stir the oatmeal; boil until it thickens, stirring constantly. Then pour it into a double boiler and let it cook for three or four hours. Thin with rich milk; strain carefully; add the butter and sweeten to taste. If sugar is not desired, salt may be substituted.