Us navy minced beef on toast

100 Servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
30poundsGround beef
3poundsOnions, chopped med.
2poundsFlour, hard
1poundsShortening (optional)
19poundsTomatoes, canned, chopped
1ounceNutmeg (or Mace)
½gallonWater
Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

Brown off the beef and onions in a medium copper. Incorporate flour to make a roux. Cook, stirring with paddle for 7 minutes to lose starch taste. Add shortening only if needed. Add remaining ingredients. Adjust consistency and taste as necessary. Ladle over toast. Source: USN Recipe Card M-131.