Stew, two ways

Stew   2 lbs. Stew Meat, 1 1/2" cubes or (Vegetarian Alternative) 1 cup Flour 2 tbsp. Oil 4 cups Broth, Vegetable or Beef 2 Onions, cubed 2 Carrots, cubed 2 Potato, cubed 2 Parsnips, cubed 2 rutabaga, cubed ½ tablespoon salt, Beef Stew spice, off the shelf package   Servings/Yield: 4 servings

1.Coat meat or vegetarian alternative in flour and brown in hot oil. Make sure all sides are browned in order to prevent gummy, flour taste in stew. 2.Once meat or vegetarian alternative is browned, add salt and stew spices. Be sure to read stew spice package for serving amounts, and also ensure no meat products if using for vegetarian alternative. Stir in broth, making sure to incorporate entire pan. Simmer for about 25 minutes. 3.Turn heat from simmer, back to medium and add all vegetables. Stir in to mix and incorporate. Then simmer for about 45 minutes. 4.Serve with a sturdy bread. Salt and pepper to taste. For a nice presentation, sour cream looks great and tastes wonderful as well.   Source Mitzi, of course : Used on Blog Categories Ⓒ Stews Ⓚ Stew Ⓚ two ways