Chow Mein

Ingredients

• 1/2 lb. pork, diced
• 3/4 lb. veal, diced
• 1/2 lb. beef, diced
• 2 Tbsp. shortening
• 6 Tbsp. soy sauce
• 1 c. water
• 1 large bunch celery, cut in 1/2-inch pieces
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 2 Tbsp. cornstarch
• 1/4 c. water
• 1 (10 1/2 oz.) can water chestnuts, sliced
• 1 (No. 2) can bean sprouts, drained (2 1/2 c.)
• 12 oz. can mushrooms
• salt and pepper