2 lb Beef, cut in cubes the size -of the thumb tip 6 md Potatoes (cubed) 6 md Carrots (cubed) 1 md Onion (diced) Salt to taste Pepper to taste Brown meat in 8-quart tall Dutch oven, using bacon drippings. Cover with water and slow simmer approximately 1 hour; add carrots, salt and pepper; cook 30 minutes more; add potatoes and onions; simmer 45 minutes more, until carrots and potatoes are tender. Makes approximately 12 servings.