Veal Gravy

 

Ingredients

• One pound veal cutlet.
• Three slices of ham.
• Two tablespoons of lard.
• Three onions.
• Two carrots.
• Two parsnips.
• One head of celery.
• Cloves.
• Pint and a half of broth or water.
• One cup of mushrooms.

Directions

1. In a stewpan, add the veal, ham, and lard. Let them fry gently.
2. Before browning, add the sliced onions, carrots, parsnips, celery, and a few cloves.
3. Cook till lightly browned and add the broth or water. 
4. Cook for an hour and then add the mushrooms. 
5. Skim and strain. 

Source — La Cuisine Creole
Prepared by Ben Mosery
Louisiana Anthology
March 28, 2022