This section is from the book "The Art Of Living In Australia", by Philip E. Muskett. Also available from Amazon: The Art of Living in Australia.
3 | oz. Macaroni..... | 2d. |
2 | tablespoonful Oil .... | 1d. |
1 | bunch Beetroot | 2d. |
Pepper and Salt .... | ||
2 | tablespoonsful Vinegar . | |
Total Cost - 5d.
Boil both the macaroni and the beetroot by directions given elsewhere. "When quite cold, peel and slice up the beetroot and cut the macaroni into pieces about two inches long; arrange them in alternate layers on a dish. Blend the oil and vinegar with the salt and pepper and pour it over; let it stand for an hour, basting continually with the oil and vinegar. By that time it should be of a bright red colour. It is then ready to serve.
 
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