1 lb stew beef
2 tbsp flour
2 tsp oil
3 cup yellow onions, sliced
3 cup mushrooms, sliced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/8 cup tomato paste
2 cup beef broth
1 dash desired spices
3 cup sliced carrots
3 cup russet potatoes, sliced
1 cup green beans, 1-inch pieces
1 tbsp cornstarch
1 tbsp cold water
Directions
1. In small bowl, toss beef with flour to coat. In large pot over
med, saute beef in oil 6 mins until browned. Remove and set aside.
2. Add onions and mushrooms to pot and saute for 6 mins. Add garlic
and saute for 1 min. Return beef to pot. Add tomato paste, then
broth, and enough water just to cover. Season with spices as
desired. Bring to boil, reduce heat, and simmer 1 hr until beef is
tender.
3. Add vegetables. Cover partially and simmer 45 mins until
vegetables are tender.
4. In small bowl, mix cornstarch and water and stir into stew.
Increase heat and boil uncovered for 1 min.
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Per serving:
247 calories, 5g fat (18% CFF)
89 mg sodium, 45mg cholest.
20 g protein
For us - lasted 6 main servings and 1 lunch serving.
Preparation Time: "Heal
Servings: 6 servings
Old-Fashioned Beef Stew (Modified) Recipe brought to you by Recipe Ideas
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