Monday, April 14, 2008

Easy Beef Stew

Wonderful, flavorfull beef stew. Easy to prepare.

2 - lb. boneless beef chuck, cut in 1 to 1/2-inch cubes
1/4 - tsp. garlic salt
1 - tsp. salt
1/4 - tsp. black pepper
2 - medium onions, sliced
3 - medium carrots, scraped and cut into circles
1 - large parsnip, cut into circles
1 - large turnip - sliced
4 - small redskin potatoes, not peeled
1 - 14,5-oz. can whole or diced tomatoes
1 - tbsp. Worcestershire sauce
1/2 - cup beef broth
2 - tbsp. vinegar or lemon juice

Butter a large, shallow casserole. Arrange beef cubes
in bottom of casserole. Arrange the vegetables on top
of meat. Mix tomatoes, beef broth, vinegar or lemon
juice, and spices in a large bowel. Pour the mixture
over meat and vegetables.
Cover and bake in a 350-degree over for 2 hours or
until meat is tender.
Especially good served over noodles.
Prep time: 15 minutes
Baking time: 2 hours at 350-degrees
Serves 4 to 6