1 lb. sirloin or round steak, cut in strips
3 tbsp. flour
3/4 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. pepper
1/2 tsp. paprika
1/4 c. shortening
1/2 c. chopped onion
1 can beef consomme
1 c. water
1 lb. fresh mushrooms
1/2 c. sour cream
2 tbsp. chives, finely cut

Brown floured beef in shortening or butter. Add onion and cook until soft. Add seasonings, beef broth, and water; cook covered for 1 1/2 hours (or in oven, covered).

Add sauteed mushrooms; simmer. Add sour cream and chives. Heat through but do not boil. Serve over rice or noodles. Serves 4. (Triple recipe for 12 servings.)