International Beef Stew

This is a combination of three recipes- traditional American, Irish and Italian stews. Cooked very slowly, the beef will be very tender and the flavor unique. Served with yeast rolls or other bread, it makes a full meal.

• Preparation Time: 20 mins
• Cooking Time: 5 hr
• Total Time: 5 hr 20 mins
• Calories: 573 Calories

Ingredients

• salt and pepper to taste
• 2 teaspoons dried sage
• 2 teaspoons dried rosemary
• 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
• 1 (16 ounce) package frozen mixed vegetables
• 8 cups water
• 3 stalks celery, sliced
• 1 tablespoon dried basil leaves
• 3 onions, sliced
• ½ pound fresh mushrooms, quartered
• 6 carrots, sliced
• 5 cloves garlic, pressed
• 3 ½ pounds cubed beef
• 2 ½ cups cubed potatoes

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat oven to 250 degrees F (120 degrees C).

Step 2

In a large, ovenproof pot, combine beef, onions, carrots, potatoes, celery, mushrooms, mixed vegetables, tomatoes. Season with garlic, rosemary, sage, basil, salt, pepper. Pour in water. Cover tightly with foil and bake 5 to 6 1/2 hours.