Beef Stew

 

Country Cooking

 

1   15-ounce can beef broth

3   tablespoons cornstarch

1   teaspoon ground basil

1   teaspoon ground thyme

1   teaspoon salt

1   teaspoon fresh ground pepper

2   pounds top round steak, cut into 1-inch cubes

6   carrots, peeled and cut into large chunks

6   red potatoes, peeled and cut in large chunks

3   stalks celery, cut into thick slices

1   sweet yellow onion, sliced into rings

1   15-ounce can diced tomatoes

1   tablespoon Italian seasoning

 

Preheat oven to 325-degrees.   Whisk together cornstarch, seasonings and beef broth in a large bowl.  Add round steak, carrots, potatoes, celery, onion and canned tomatoes.  Stir to coat all ingredients.  

Spoon into an oven proof Dutch oven /lid and bake for 2 ½ to 3 hours or until meat is tender.  

Yield:  8 servings. 

 

Carolyn Gass Hardimon, M. S.     Home Economist

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