Jerky Stew

Ingredients

 * 1 lb Jerky, beef or buffalo
 * 1 cup Whole dried hominy, soaked overnight in ample water
 * 1 lrg Yellow onion, peeled/chopped
 * 1 lb Potatoes*, unpeeled/diced
 * Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

 * Native Americans would have used prairie potatoes - arrowhead.
 * Break the jerky up into 1-inch pieces and place in a heavy, lidded kettle.
 * Drain the hominy and add to the jerky, along with the onion.
 * Cover with water and bring to a boil.
 * Simmer, covered, until the hominy is tender, about 2 hours.
 * Add the potatoes and cook for an additional 20 minutes.
 * Season with salt and pepper.