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Medieval Italian Stew (Pie In A Pipkin)

Medieval Italian Stew (Pie In A Pipkin) is built on Each And Cinnamon, Each Nutmeg Mace And Pepper, and White Vinegar. Scale it up or down for the number of people at the table.

Ingredients

• 1/4 tsp
• 1/4 tsp
• 1 tbsp

Method (preview)

1. 1

   Brown the beef in a skillet in a small quantity of oil.

2. 2

   Place browned beef *and its juices* in a stewpot.

3. 3

   Add more oil (if necessary) to the skillet; saute onions until tender and translucent.

4. 4

   Add onions to stewpot.

5. 5

   Add raisins and spices to the meat mixture, along with a small quantity of water (approximately 1/2 cup).

6. 6

   Bring stew to a boil and reduce immediately to a simmer.

7. 7

   Simmer, covered, until meat is tender (about 1-1/2 to 2 hours).

8. 8

   Stir occasionally.

9. 9

   Add water as necessary.

10. 10

    When beef is cooked, add vinegar and salt.

11. 11

    Cook a few minutes more.