Aussie Beef Stew 

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A traditional beef and potato stew.

Ingredients:

1 kg lean round steak (cut into 5cm cubes)

2 large potatoes (250g each), thinly sliced

4 medium carrots (140g each), thinly sliced

3 cup water

1 sachet french onion soup mix, reduced salt

1 tsp mixed herbs

1 Tbsp tomato sauce

1 beef or bacon stock cube

3/4 cup green peas, canned, drained (270g)

2 Tbsp oatbran

Directions:

In a large saucepan, combine beef, 3 cups water, soup mix, carrots, potatoes, tomato paste, herbs and stock cube.

Bring to the boil, then simmer for 60 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Add oatbran and peas to casserole; stir through. Continue to simmer for a few minutes until stew is thickened.

Microwave Directions:

In a large casserole dish, combine beef, 3 cups water, soup mix, carrots, potatoes, tomato paste, herbs and stock cube. Heat covered at MEDIUM 25 minutes. Then heat covered at MEDIUM-LOW 30 mins or until beef and vegetables are tender.

Add oatbran and peas to casserole; stir to mix. Heat, at MEDIUM-LOW 4 to 5 mins, or until stew is thickened, stirring once.

Variations:

Microwave: For even cooking, cut meat and vegetables to a uniform shape and size.

Serving suggestions and garnished not included in recipe analysis.

Author:

Family Health Publications

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