WINTER STEW

INGREDIENTS

1 pound lean stewing beef cut in 1 inch cubes

2 tablespoon flour

1 tablespoon vegetable oil

1 cup chopped onion

2 cups beef broth

5-6 medium potatoes diced

2 medium carrots thinly sliced

2 ribs celery, thinly slices

1 bay leaf

1 can diced tomatoes

1/4 teaspoon black pepper

1/4 teasppon salt

1/4 cup chopped parsley or dried parsley flakes

DIRECTIONS

• Season the beef with the black pepper and salt

• Coat the beef with the flour

• Heat the oil in a saucepot over medium high heat

• Add the beef and cook until browned, stirring often

• Pour off any  fat

• Add the broth, bay leaf and all the vegetables

• Simmer at mediun high for 30-40 minutes

• Discard the bay leaf and serve in cups or bowls.

• Add on top the chopped parley or dries flakes.

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