The Cook Book by “Oscar” of the Waldorf

Three thousand recipes from the maitre d'hotel of the Waldorf — the hotel kitchen that taught Gilded Age America how to dine, from beef tea to watermelon with champagne.

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Smothered Beef

Select the middle of the rump, flank or round of beef, wipe clean with a moist cloth, and sear it all over by placing it in a fryingpan and turning it until the surface is browned. Place in a kettle with a little water, and keep it to just the boiling point; fit the cover over tightly to keep in the steam, and add a little water now and then as it boils away. Cook until quite tender, serving hot or cold, as preferred.

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