This section is from the book "Hand-Book Of Practical Cookery", by Pierre Blot. Also available from Amazon: Hand-Book of Practical Cookery, for Ladies and Professional Cooks.
See if the meat is fine, of a clear red color, with yellowish-white fat.
Cow beef must also be of a clear red color, but more pale than other beef; the fat is white.
Serve it whole or in slices, with meat jelly, or with a sharp sauce; such as piquante, ravigote, etc.
 
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