Diné, the People
By Suzanne Eltsosie

 

Mutton Stew, Atoo'

1 lb. mutton or lamb

1 medium squash or fresh corn

1-2 large potatoes

3/4 cup green chili

1 small onion

2-3 sticks celery

4 cups water

pinch of salt

1.  Some children can cube the meat, sauté it to light brown, and put it in boiling water.

2.  Other children peel- and cut the potatoes, onions, and celery. The squash should be sliced but not too thin.

3.  Roast the green chili and peel before adding it to stew. Canned green chill can also be used. Caution: ask students if their taste buds can take the green chili.

4.  Cook the meat over medium heat for 30 minutes.

5.  Add the remainder of the prepared ingredients and pinch of salt. Cook for 1-11/2 hours, adding water whenever necessary.

6.  Remove from heat and cool for 10 minutes before serving.