Monday, April 13, 2015

Aunt Janna Lion House Easter Stew

We got this recipe from Aunt Janna in April.  Derek LOVES this.  It is such a hearty stew.  We had it when we all got together for Easter.  I just got the recipe and already I have made it several times.

It was great for us to be able to see wonderful, funny Aunts and Uncles and watch General Conference together.

I am grateful for a family that loves me and my kids so much!

This recipe is originally from the Christmas Recipes from the Lion House

Here is the wonderful recipe:

2 lbs beef chuck, cut in cubes
2 T shortening
4 C water
1 onion sliced
1 clove garlic
1 T salt
1 T lemon juice
1 t sugar
1 t Worcestershire sauce
1/2 t paprika
1/2 t black pepper
2 bay leaves
dash of allspice (I don't put this in)
6 carrots, cut in quarters (3 cups baby carrots)
1/2 lb small white onions
3 potatoes, peeled and cubed
1/4 C flour

Brown beef cubes in shortening.  Turn often to brown meat on all sides.  This should take about 15 minutes.  Then add water, onion, garlic, salt, lemon juice, sugar, Worcestershire sauce, pepper, paprika, bay leaves, and all spice.  (I use a cock pot, this is the way I do it, the recipe from Lion House did  not, I just love crock pots, also the longer you leave the beef in the crock pot the more tender it is and easier to chew.  I let it cook on low for about 8 - 9 hours and just put the carrots and potatoes in for the last about 3 - 4 hours depending on the thickness of the cut of the vegetables)

Cover with a lid and simmer on low heat (do not boil) for 2 hours. (So, I don't do this part the same as I don't use the stove method, as I stated above, I use a crock pot.)  Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.  When meat is almost done, add carrots, onions, and potatoes, and simmer for 30 minutes or more. 

Discard bay leaf and garlic (unless you mince the garlic tiny like I do).  Pour 1/2 C hot water in shaker (or use milk or cream) and add 1/4 C four; shake to blend.  Stir into stew. 

Cook and stir until gravy thickens and boils.  Makes about 8 servings.


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