Mock Turtle Soup

From a

1903

Cook Book

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1 pt. Purple Beans

1 Qt. Water

1 Qt. Beef Stock

1 small Onion, -{sliced

2 stalks Celery

1 Tbsp. Butter

1 Tbsp. Flour

some Salt

some Pepper

4 Meat Balls

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Soak Beans over night in

enough Water to cover them.

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In the morning, put over the fire in a Qt. of Water.

When they have been heating for an hour,

add Beef Stock, Onion, & Celery;

cook slowly for three hours.

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Rub through a colander and

return to fire.

When the Soup boils,

stir in the Butter well mixed with the Flour.

Season with Salt, & Pepper.

When thick, put in the Meat Balls.