1920 What to Drink E L Bertha

DRINKS FOR INVALIDS AND CHILDREN

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BEEF TEA (RAW BEEF)

2 ounces of top round, 2 tablespoonfuls of cold water, Pinch of salt.

Cut all the fat and skin from the beef, and cut into shreds place in a glass dish with the water and salt, cover and place in a cold place and allow to stand for two hours. Strain and press out all the juice possible. Serve a teaspoonful or two at a time. This will not keep, so only a very small amount should be made at a time.

BEEF EXTRACT (RAW)

i pound of top round, Salt.

This extract is given when nourishment must be pushed and can only be given in small quantities. It is invaluable in cases of rickets and scurvy in children. There are small meat presses on the market, which are made for the purpose of extracting the blood and may be purchased at any large department store where there is a housekeeping department. Put the meat in a pan and sear it quickly; then cut into small pieces and place in the meat press; by turning the screw-top extract the blood or juice, and pour into a glass. After all the blood is extracted, salt slightly and feed with a spoon.

BEEF TEA WITH EGG

i pint of beef tea, i egg yolk, Salt.

Beat the egg yolk until a light yellow and stir into a half cupful of hot beef tea. Add a trifle of salt if necessary.