WOODSTOVE STEW

2 lbs.     beef shin bones

2 qts.     water or vegetable stock

1 T.        salt

2            peppercorns

2           onions, sliced

3           potatoes, sliced

4           stalks celery, chopped (with leaves)

5           carrots, chopped

1/2 tsp. basil leaves, crushed

1/4 tsp. thyme leaves, crushed

Place meat, water, salt, & peppercorns in a soup kettle.  Bring to a boil & skim off froth.  Simmer 3 hours covered.  Add vegetables & herbs.  Cook an additional 30 minutes.  serve with cornbread and butter.