Beef Stew

Vegetable oil, for searing
2 1/2 pounds beef chuck, cut into 2-inch cubes
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 medium onions, cut into 6ths
5 cloves garlic, crushed
1 tablespoon tomato paste
1/3 cup all-purpose flour, or to cover
10 cups cold water, or chicken or beef broth, homemade or low-sodium canned
6 sprigs parsley
6 sprigs fresh thyme
2 [...]

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The Ultimate Beef Stew

2 to 3 pounds beef shoulder, cut into 2-inch pieces
8 fresh thyme sprigs, plus 4 sprigs
2 carrots, cut into 1/4-inch slices
6 garlic cloves, smashed
2 cups blanched and peeled red pearl onions
1 orange, peel cut in large strips
Cloves, a few
1 teaspoon whole black peppercorns
2 bay leaves
1 bottle good quality dry red wine (recommended: Burgundy)
1/4 cup extra-virgin [...]

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Beef Cassoulet with Herb Dumplings

1 pound lean ground beef
1 cup water
1 teaspoon dried oregano leaves
1/2 teaspoon dried basil leaves
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 medium celery stalk, thinly sliced (1/2 cup)
1 medium onion, chopped (1/2 cup)
1 can (15 to 16 ounces) navy or kidney beans, drained
1 can (14 ounces) beef broth
1 can (14 1/2 ounces) whole tomatoes, undrained
2 cups Original [...]

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Hearty Oven Beef Stew

2 1/2 pounds lean beef stew beef, cut into 1 to 1 1/2-inch cubes
4 to 5 medium carrots, sliced
3 large potatoes, peeled and cut into cubes
2 medium turnips or 1 small rutabaga, peeled and cut into cubes
4 small onions, peeled and quartered
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon celery seeds
1 teaspoon dried leaf thyme
2 teaspoons salt
2 teaspoons [...]

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Beef and Beer Stew

2 pounds stew beef, cut in 1-inch cubes
2 tablespoons oil or part bacon drippings
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon dried leaf thyme
1/4 teaspoon dried ground marjoram
1/4 teaspoon dried leaf tarragon
1/2 teaspoon dried leaf basil
1 medium bay leaf
1 can (10 1/2 ounce) condensed beef broth
1 [...]

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Flemish Beef and Beer Stew

3 slices bacon, diced
3 large onions, halved and sliced 1/4-inch thick
2 teaspoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon cider vinegar
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 pounds lean stew beef cut in 1-inch cubes
1/4 cup flour
1 bottle dark beer (12 ounce)
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
Recipe Directions
Cook bacon until crisp then transfer to paper towels and set aside. [...]

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Chili Beef Stew

2 pounds stew beef, cut in 1/2-inch pieces
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons chili powder
1 can (14.5 ounces) tomatoes
1 can (4 ounces) chopped mild green chile peppers
1 cup heated beef broth
1 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons flour
1/4 cup water
2 cans kidney beans or small red beans [...]

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Belgian Beef Stew

1/4 pound bacon, diced
3 tablespoons olive oil
4 pounds boneless chuck, bottom or top round, cut into 2-inch pieces
2 large onions, sliced
1/4 cup cognac or other brandy
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
2 bay leaves
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 12-ounce can dark beer or stout
1 1/2 cups beef broth
3 slices [...]

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Classic Beef Stew

4 pounds bottom round, well trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/3 cup olive oil (plus more if needed)
2 large onions, diced (2 cups)
1 6-ounce can tomato paste
1 cup dry red wine
1 pound potatoes, cut into 2-inch pieces (about 4 cups)
1/2 pound baby carrots (about 2 cups)
2 cups beef broth
1 tablespoon kosher salt
1 [...]

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Asian Beef Salad

2 boneless top loin steaks, cut 1-inch thick (about 1 1/4 lbs.)
1/2 medium red onion, cut into thin wedges
3 Tbsp. chopped fresh cilantro
4 cups torn salad greens or sliced napa cabbage
2 Tbsp. chopped peanuts (optional)
Citrus-Soy Dressing:
2 Tbsp. fresh lime juice
2 Tbsp. soy sauce
1 Tbsp. sugar
2 tsp. dark sesame oil
1 serrano pepper, seeded, finely chopped
1 large [...]

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Beef Salad Ole

1 cup picante sauce, divided
2 Tbsp. olive oil
2 Tbsp. balsamic vinegar , or- 1 Tbsp. red wine vinegar
1/2 tsp. dried oregano, crushed
1 clove garlic, minced
1 lb. sirloin or shoulder steak
or – 1 package fully cooked steak strips or shredded beef
4 cups lettuce, or prepared salad mix
1 tomato, diced
1 cup chopped green onion
1 can (4 oz.) [...]

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Beef, Pasta & Artichoke Toss

1-1/2 lbs. beef sirloin steak or shoulder steak, cut 1 inch thick
4 cups uncooked tri-colored rotelle (spiral-shapped) pasta
1 can (14 ounce) quartered artichoke hearts, drained
1 large red bell pepper, cut into julienne strips
1 cup small pitted ripe olives (optional)
2 Tbsp. thinly sliced fresh basil
1/4 cup olive oil
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
1-1/2 tsp. dried basil leaves
3/4 tsp. [...]

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Bold and Sassy Beef Salad

1 lb. beef top sirloin steak, cut 1-inch thick
1 large head red leaf lettuce
4 ounces peppered or regular Feta cheese
1/2 cup pecan pieces
1 cup sour cream
1/4-1/2 cup prepared horseradish
1/2 cup sugar
2 Tbsp. red wine vinegar
– salt and pepper to taste
Recipe Directions
Season steak as desired. Grill over medium coals 15-18 minutes for medium-rare (140°F) to medium [...]

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Gazpacho Steak Salad

1 lb. beef shoulder steak or top round steak, cut 1-inch thick
1 can (5 1/2 oz.) spicy 100% vegetable juice
8 cups mixed greens or 1 package (10 oz.) romaine and leaf lettuce mixture
1 cup baby pear tomatoes, halved
1 cup cucumber, cut in half lengthwise, then into thin slices
1 cup chopped green bell pepper
– salt and [...]

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Grecian Steak Salad

1 tsp. garlic powder
1 tsp. dried oregano leaves, crushed
1/4 tsp. pepper
2 boneless beef top loin steaks, cut 1-inch thick ( approx. 8 ounces each)
1/2 cup prepared Italian dressing
3 Tbsp. finely crumbled feta or grated Parmesan cheese
3 Tbsp. finely chopped kalamata or ripe olives
1/2 tsp. salt
1 package (10 ounces) mixed salad greens
1 small cucumber, cut lengthwise [...]

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Grilled Beef & Vegetable Salad

1 lb. flank steak
zest of one lemon
2 Tbsp. fresh lemon juice
1/2 cup olive oil
1/2 tsp. kosher salt, divided
1/2 tsp. coarse ground black pepper, divided
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 Tbsp. chopped fresh rosemary
2 small zucchini, halved lengthwise
2 small yellow squash, halved lengthwise
2 Italian plum tomatoes, halved lengthwise
1 purple onion, quartered
2 Tbsp. red wine vinegar
1 Tbsp. commercial pesto
1 [...]

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Italian Beef & Pasta Toss

1 lb. beef tri-tip or sirloin steak
6 oz. uncooked vermicelli, or anglehair pasta
1 jar (8 oz.) marianted mushrooms
– salt and pepper, to taste
2 small yellow squash or zucchini, cut crosswise into 1/4-inch slices
1 can (14-1/2 oz.) Italian-style stewed tomatoes, undrained
– grated Parmesan cheese
Recipe Directions
Cook vermicelli according to package directions; keep warm.
Meanwhile remove 1 Tbsp. marinade [...]

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Grilled Steak & Potato Salad

2 lbs. boneless beef top sirloin steak, cut 1-inch thick
1/2 tsp. lemon pepper
2 lbs. fresh spinach or leaf lettuce, washed
2 lbs. small red or white potatoes
2 red or green bell peppers, cut into 2-inch squares
1/4 cup olive oil, divided
2 tsp. Dijon-style mustard
2 Tbsp. white wine vinegar
1/2 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. freshly ground black pepper
3 green onions, [...]

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Laotian Beef Salad

1/2 lb. flank steak
2 Tbsp. fish sauce or 1/4 tsp. salt
2 Tbsp. lime juice (bottled or freshly squeezed)
1/4 tsp. sugar
1/4 cup fresh jalapenos, diced or ground chilies
1/4 cup red onion, sliced
1 medium roma tomato, cut into wedges
1/4 cup cucumber, sliced
1/8 cup green onion, diced
1 tsp. cilantro
2 sprigs Asian basil
2 large pieces of green leaf lettuce
Recipe [...]

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Layered Beef Sirloin Salad

1-1/2 pounds beef top sirloin steak
1 tsp. coarse ground black pepper
1 tsp. salt
8 cups torn mixed greens
1 can (8 ounces) water chestnuts, sliced
1 cup shredded carrots
1 medium red onion, thinly sliced into rings
1 green bell pepper, diced
1 cup cheddar cheese, grated
2 Tbsp. fresh parsley, chopped
1 cup mayonnaise
1 Tbsp. white wine vinegar
1 Tbsp. sugar
1 Tbsp. horseradish [...]

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Little Havana Grilled Beef & Potato Salad

1 beef top round steak, cut 1-inch thick (about 1-1/2 lbs.)
2 lbs. medium unpeeled potatoes
2 tsp. ground cumin
– salt and pepper
3/4 cup prepared white wine vinaigrette
2 cans (15 oz. each) black beans, rinsed, drained
1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
Recipe Directions
Cut potatoes crosswise in half; place in microwave-safe dish with 1 cup water. Cover; microwave on HIGH [...]

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Pacific Rim Beef Salad

2 lbs. beef top sirloin steak, cut 1-1/2 inches thick
3/4 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce
1/2 cup sugar
1 Tbsp. finely grated fresh ginger
2 large cloves garlic, minced
1 lb. fresh spinach, stems removed and leaves torn into bite-size pieces
4 ounces fresh bean sprouts
6 center-cut thin red onion slices, separated into rings
1/4 cup catsup
1/4 cup rice wine vinegar
2 Tbsp. [...]

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Pan-Seared Caesar Beef & Potato Salad

4 boneless beef chuck top blad or chuck eye steaks, cut 3/4 inch think
1 cup prepared non-creamy Caesar dressing, divided
1-1/2 lbs. small unpeeled round red potatoes (about 1-1/2 inch diameter)
1/2 small lemon
– salt and pepper
1 package (10 ounces) torn romaine lettuce hearts
– shaved Parmesan cheese
– lemon wedges, for garnish
Recipe Directions
Place beef steaks and 1/2 cup [...]

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Red, White & Beef Salad

1-1/2 lbs. beef top round or shoulder steak
1 cup prepared salsa
8 cups chopped iceberg lettuce, or pre-packaged lettuce mix
1 can (15 oz.) black beans, rinsed, drained
1 cup frozen corn, defrosted
1/3 cup prepared Ranch dressing
1/3 cup prepared salsa
1 cup broken tortilla chips (optional)
Recipe Directions
Place steak and 1 cup salsa in sealable plastic bag. Turn to coat. [...]

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Sirloin Citrus Salad

1 lb. beef top sirloin steak, cut 1-inch thick
or – 12 ounces fully cooked steak strips, heated according to package directions
1 Tbsp. olive oil
4 cups torn romaine lettuce
2 oranges, peeled and separated into segments
1/4 cup walnuts, toasted
– sliced strawberries (optional)
2 Tbsp. orange juice
2 Tbsp. red wine vinegar
1 Tbsp. olive oil
2 tsp. honey
1-1/4 tsp. Dijon-style mustard
Recipe [...]

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Steak & Roasted Vegetable Salad

1 lb. boneless beef top loin steak, cut 1-inch thick
– Olive oil-flavored vegetable cooking spray
1 medium zucchini, cut diagonally into 1-inch pieces
1 medium Japanese or baby eggplant, cut diagonally into 1-inch pieces
1 large red, yellow or green bell pepper, cut into 1-inch strips
1 medium onion, cut into 1-inch wedges
16 small mushrooms
1/4 tsp. salt
8 cups torn [...]

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Steak Caesar Salad

1 lb. top sirloin steak cut 1-inch thick
or – 1 package fully cooked beef strips, or 4 country fried steaks
2 cloves garlic, minced
3 tsp.olive oil
1/2 tsp.cracked black pepper
– salt
1 package Caesar salad kit (10-11 ounces)
– Parmesan cheese (optional)
Recipe Directions
Trim fat from steak. Cut steak lengthwise in half and then crosswise into 1/4-inch thick strips.
Combine beef, [...]

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Fajita Beef Salad

1/2 teaspoon finely shredded lime peel
1/3 cup lime juice
3 tablespoons water
4 teaspoons olive oil
1/4 cup chopped onion
1 clove garlic, minced
12 ounces beef flank steak
3 tablespoons water
2 tablespoons powdered fruit pectin
2 tablespoons honey
6 cups torn mixed salad greens
2 small red and/or yellow tomatoes, cut into wedges
1 small avocado, halved, seeded, peeled, and chopped (optional)
Recipe Directions
1. In [...]

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Grilled-Everything Salad

2 tablespoons prepared horseradish
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
5 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
1 10-ounce package (or 2 bunches) fresh spinach, stems removed
1 1/2 pounds grilled flank steak, thinly sliced (6 cups)
1 large onion, thickly sliced and grilled (3 cups)
3 carrots, thinly sliced and grilled (3 cups)
3 plum tomatoes, halved [...]

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Summer Beef Salad with Cilantro

2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
2 teaspoons red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
1/2 pound arugula, washed (about 5 cups)
1 cup bean sprouts
2 cups frozen broccoli slaw
1 thinly sliced scallion
1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
6 pickled radishes, quartered
12 pickled green beans, halved lengthwise
1 6 [...]

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Vietnamese Beef Salad

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 pound flank steak
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
1/4 cup soy sauce
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger
2 tablespoons Thai fish sauce
1 jalapeño, seeded and minced
1/2 cup fresh basil leaves
1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves
1 large Kirby cucumber, halved and thinly sliced
1 small red onion, halved and [...]

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Thai Beef Stir-Fry

1-1/2 pounds boneless beef sirloin steak, cut about 3/4 inch thick
1 cup catsup
1/3 cup fish sauce or soy sauce
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons lime juice
4 medium carrots
4 green onions
1 medium red sweet pepper
2 medium cucumbers
1 cup beef broth
4 teaspoons grated fresh ginger
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 to 1-1/2 teaspoons crushed red pepper
1 tablespoon cooking oil
2 cloves garlic, [...]

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Beef and Bok Choy

6 ounces beef sirloin, trimmed
2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil
1/2 teaspoon red chili pepper paste
3 cups sliced bok choy
1 clove garlic, minced
1-1/2 teaspoon reduced-sodium soy sauce
1 teaspoon sesame seeds, toasted

Recipe Directions
1. Freeze beef partially; cut beef across the grain into very thin slices. Heat half of the oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. [...]

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Beef and Vegetables in Oyster Sauce

1 pound beef top round steak
1/4 cup oyster sauce
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon cooking oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 medium onion, cut into thin wedges
4 cups bok choy cut into 1-inch pieces
2 cups fresh pea pods, strings removed, or one 6-ounce package frozen pea pods, thawed
2 small tomatoes, cut into thin wedges (1-1/2 cups)
2 [...]

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Empress of China Beef

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 lb boneless sirloin steak, cut into shoestring strips
1 large onion, thinly sliced
3 stalks celery, coarsely chopped
1/4 lb fresh snow peas or frozen snow peas, each cut in half on a diagonal or french-style green beans
1 (3 ounces) can whole mushrooms, drained and thinly sliced
1/2 cup coarsely chopped water [...]

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Easy Beef and Broccoli Stir-fry

3 tablespoons cornstarch, divided
1/2 cup water, plus
2 tablespoons water, divided
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1 lb boneless round steak or charcoal chuck steak, cut into thin 3-inch strips
2 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
4 cups broccoli florets
1 small onion, cut into wedges
1/3 cup soy sauce
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 teaspoon ground ginger
hot cooked rice
Recipe Directions
1. In a bowl, combine [...]

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Orange Beef

1/2 pound thick flank steak, weighed after trimming, cut into strips 2 1/2 inches by 1/4 inch
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1 tablespoon egg white, lightly beaten
1/2 teaspoon Shao-Hsing wine or dry sherry
Pinch freshly ground white pepper
1 tablespoon peanut oil
2 tablespoons cornstarch
For the sauce:
2 teaspoons dark soy sauce
1 tablespoon sugar
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1 teaspoon Chinese white rice [...]

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Five Spice Beef and Pepper Stir-Fry

Jasmine rice or short grain white rice, 1 to 1 1/2 cups, prepared to package directions
2 cups beef broth or stock, paper container or canned
2 tablespoons wok or clear oil, 1 turn of the pan
1 1/2 pounds beef sirloin or beef tenderloin tips, trimmed, placed in the freezer for 5 to 10 minutes then thinly [...]

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Stir-Fried Beef and Vegetables

2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons dry sherry or water
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 pound beef top round steak
1 ounce cellophane noodles (bean threads), broken into bite-size pieces
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 teaspoons finely chopped gingerroot or 1 teaspoon ground ginger
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 cup fresh snow (Chinese) pea pods or 1 package (6 ounces) [...]

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Orange Beef and Broccoli Stir-Fry

3/4 pound trimmed sirloin steak
1 tablespoon grated orange peel
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 small onion, sliced
1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
2 cups broccoli florets
8 ounces fettuccine
2 tablespoons orange juice
2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
1/3 cup cashew pieces

Recipe Directions
Slice steak into 1 1/2-inch pieces. Toss with orange peel; set aside. Heat [...]

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