Apple Beef Stew

Total Time: 2 hrs 5 mins Preparation Time: 5 mins Cook Time: 2 hrs

Ingredients

• 1/2 lb eye of round roast, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 1/2 tablespoon butter
• 1 onion, cut into wedges
• 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour (gluten-free)
• 1/8 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup water
• 1 tablespoon apple juice
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 whole allspice
• 1 whole clove
• 1 medium carrot, sliced
• 1 apple, peeled and cut into chunks

Recipe

• 1 brown beef in butter over medium heat.
• 2 add onions; cook until lightly browned.
• 3 sprinkle with flour and salt.
• 4 gradually add water and apple juice.
• 5 bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened.
• 6 place the bay leaf, allspice, and clove in a cheesecloth bag; add to pot.
• 7 reduce heat, cover and simmer for 1-1 1/2 hours or until meat is almost tender.
• 8 add carrots and apples; cover and simmer 15 minutes or until meat, carrots, and apples are tender.
• 9 discard spice bag and thicken with additional flour if desired.
• 10 enjoy!