Microwave duluth beef stew

4 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
poundsBoneless beef chuck
16ouncesRefrigerated sauerkraut or
1can(1 lb)
½teaspoonCaraway seeds
1Bay leaf
¼teaspoonCracked black pepper
¾cupPlus
2tablespoonsDark brown sugar
1mediumOnion, sliced
1Tart apple, sliced
1canStewedtomatoes (14 1/2 oz.)
tablespoonInstant blending flour

Directions

Trim excess fat from meat. Cut into 1-inch cubes. Place meat in microsafe dish. Cover. Microwave at HIGH (100%) power for 5 minutes.

Drain sauerkraut well in sieve, pressing with spoon to remove excess liquid. Spread sauerkraut over beef. Sprinkle with caraway seeds.

Add bay leaf and pepper. Sprinkle with brown sugar. Add onion and apple. Pour tomatoes over all. Cover. Microwave @ MEDIUM (50%) power for 20 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes. Sprinkle with instant blending flour. Stir. Cover. Microwave at HIGH power for 2 minutes. Stir. Serve.