Herbed beef stew

1 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
2poundsBeef stew meat, cut into inch cubes
2tablespoonsCooking oil
3cupsWater
1largeOnion, chopped
2teaspoonsPepper 1 to 2 teaspoons salt, optional
teaspoonGarlic powder
1teaspoonRosemary, crushed
1teaspoonDried oregano
1teaspoonDried basil
1teaspoonGround marjoram
2Bay leaves
1can(6 ounces) tomato paste
2cupsCubed peeled potatoes
2cupsSliced carrots
1largeGreen pepper, chopped
1pack(10 ounces) frozen green beans
1pack(10 ounces) frozen peas
1pack(10 ounces) frozen kernel corn
¼poundsMushrooms, sliced
3mediumsTomatoes, chopped

Directions

Brown meat in oil in a Dutch oven. Add water, onion, seasonings and tomato paste. Cover and simmer for 1-½ hours or until meat is tender. Stir in potatoes, carrots and green pepper; simmer 30 minutes. Add additional water if necessary. Stir in remaining ingredients; cover and simmer 20 minutes. Yield: 10-12 servings.

From the files of Al Rice, North Pole Alaska. Feb 1994