Ingredients and Weight:
- Beef stew meat, 2 lbs
- Elbow macaroni, 1 lb
- Onion, 1 large, chopped
- Green bell pepper, 1 large, chopped
- Red bell pepper, 1 large, chopped
- Garlic, 3 cloves, minced
- Tomato paste, 1/4 cup
- Beef broth, 4 cups
- Water, 1 cup
- Worcestershire sauce, 2 tbsp
- Paprika, 1 tbsp
- Dried oregano, 1 tsp
- Bay leaves, 2
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Preparation Time:
Cooking Time:
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Preparation Method Steps:
- Season the beef stew meat with salt and pepper.
- Sauté the beef stew meat in a large skillet over medium heat until browned on all sides.
- Add the onion, green bell pepper, red bell pepper, and garlic to the skillet and cook until softened.
- Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 1 minute.
- Pour in the beef broth, water, Worcestershire sauce, paprika, oregano, and bay leaves. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes.
- Add the macaroni and cook until tender, about 15 minutes.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 400
- Fat: 15g
- Carbs: 50g
- Protein: 25g
Dish Characteristics:
- Hearty and flavorful
- Perfect for a cold winter night
- Budget-friendly and easy to make
User Comments:
- "This was so good! My whole family loved it."
- "I've made this several times and it's always a hit."
- "Easy to make and packed with flavor."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Be sure to brown the beef stew meat well before adding the other ingredients. This will help develop flavor.
- If you don't have bay leaves, you can substitute with 1/2 tsp of dried thyme.
- Serve with a side of crusty bread or a green salad.
