Chicken Stew

Directions

1. 1
   Cook chicken with red pepper and sage in enough water to cover the chicken.
2. 2
   Let cool.
3. 3
   Pick chicken off the bones, making sure all skin, fat, gristle and cartilage are removed.
4. 4
   Break chicken into bite size pieces.
5. 5
   Put back into broth and bring to a slow bowl.
6. 6
   Mix in the pint of milk while stirring.
7. 7
   Thorough mix the remaining cup of milk and flour.
8. 8
   Add to broth after it begins to boil, stirring vigorously several times.
9. 9
   During the cooking and stirring, skim the small pieces of fat, skin, etc., which come to the top.
10. 10
    Salt and pepper to taste.