Stefado - (Beef And Onion Stew)

By á-170456

Ingredients

• 2 pounds lean beef
• 2 tablespoons olive oil - (to 3 tbspns)
• 2 garlic cloves crushed
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 tablespoon wine vinegar
• 4 ounces good-quality red wine
• Salt to taste
• Freshly-ground black pepper to taste
• Water as needed
• 2 cans boiled small white onions - (12 oz ea)
• Hot cooked rice

Preparation

Step 1

Saute the beef in olive oil. Add garlic, bay leaves, wine vinegar, wine and salt and pepper. Add enough water to cover. Cover and simmer for 1 1/2 to 2 hours, add more water, if necessary. When stew is ready to serve, add the onions and heat thoroughly. Serve over rice.

This recipe yields 4 to 6 servings.