South American Creole Stew
Intriguing flavors combine in this sweet and spicy stew. Creole spices are teamed with sweet potato and apple for a real taste treat.
Ingredients
1 tbsp. vegetable oil
1 lb. lean beef, cut into 1-in. cubes
1 onion, chopped
1 sweet red pepper, chopped
2 jalapeño peppers, chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 1⁄2 tsp. dried oregano
1 14-oz. can whole tomatoes, drained and chopped
2 141⁄2-oz. cans beef broth
1 sweet potato, peeled and cubed
1 bay leaf
1 19-oz. can white beans
2 Granny Smith apples, cored and thinly sliced
2 small zucchini, sliced 1⁄2-in. thick
Steps
- In large pot, heat oil over medium-high heat, add beef and brown about 3 min. Transfer beef to plate and set aside. Reduce heat to medium and add onion, red pepper, jalapeños, garlic, and oregano; cook 5 min.
- Add tomatoes, broth, sweet potato, and bay leaf; bring mixture to a boil and reduce to low. Add beef, cover, and gently simmer 30 min.
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Add white beans, apples, and zucchini, and cook 10 min. or until apples are just tender. Remove bay leaf and serve.