Acorn Stew

1 lb stewing beef
1/2 cup finely ground acorn meal (tannin removed)
salt and pepper to taste

     Place beef in heavy pan and add water to cover. Cover with lid and simmer until very tender. Remove from liquid and cut meat into very small pieces. Return meat to the liquid. Stir in the acorn meal. Add salt and pepper as desired. Heat until thickened and serve.