Pan: 18 By 24-Inch Roasting Pan Temperature: 350 F. Oven

1. Brown Beef Well In Hot Shortening Or Salad Oil.

2. Add Onions And Garlic; Saute' Until Tender.

3. Add Paprika, Thyme, Salt, Pepper, And Soup And Gravy Base. Continue To Cook 5 Minutes Stirring Frequently. Place An Equal Quantity Of Mixture In Each Pan.

4. Slowly Add 1 Gal Hot Water To Each Pan, Stirring Constantly, Bake 1 1/2 To 2 Hours Until Beef Is Tender.

5. Mix Flour And Cold Water, Forming A Paste. Pour An Equal Quantity Paste Slowly Over Beef Mixture In Each Pan, Stirring Constantly Until All Flour Is Absorbed. Simmer 5 To 10 Minutes Or Until Thickened.

6. Add Salt And Salad Oil To Boiling Water. Slowly Add Noodles, While Stirring Constantly Until Water Boils Again. Cook About 15 Minutes Or Until Tender, Stirring Occasionally. Do Not Over Cook. Drain Thoroughly.

Pieces May Be Used. Trim Beef To Remove Excess Fat And Gristle.

Chopped Onions.

See Recipe No. A-11.

Fry With Onions.

Baked Potatoes (Recipe No. Q-44).

Ounces) Noodles.