This section is from the book "Mrs. Fryer's Loose-Leaf Cook Book", by Jane Eayre Fryer. Also available from Amazon: Mrs. Fryer's Loose-Leaf Cook Book.
1 chicken
2 tablespoons butter 2 cups hot water
6 mushrooms
1 carrot cut in cubes
2 potatoes cut in cubes
3 small onions sliced Salt and pepper
Flour and water
Prepare the chicken as for fricassee; saute in butter in a frying pan; transfer to casserole; add hot water and cook in a moderate oven for about one hour and a quarter. Before the time is up saute the vegetables in butter until brown; remove to the casserole; add the seasoning; cover and return to the oven for another half hour. To retain the flavor press dough upon the dish where vessel and cover meet; remove before serving.
 
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