Delicious and Hearty Minnesota Poodle Recipe

This Minnesota Poodle recipe is a quintessential American comfort food that will warm your heart and satisfy your taste buds. Made with tender beef, hearty vegetables, and savory seasonings, this dish is perfect for cozy family dinners or potluck gatherings. With a preparation time of 1 hour and 30 minutes, this recipe serves 6 people. Give it a try and discover why the Minnesota Poodle has become a beloved classic in American cuisine.

Ingredients

• 1.5 lbs beef stew meat, cubed
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 4 carrots, peeled and sliced
• 3 potatoes, peeled and diced
• 2 celery stalks, sliced
• 1 cup frozen peas
• 4 cups beef broth
• 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
• 1 bay leaf
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons water
• Chopped fresh parsley for garnish

Directions

1. In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
2. Add the beef stew meat and cook until browned on all sides. Remove the meat from the pot and set aside.
3. In the same pot, add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Cook until the onion is translucent.
4. Add the carrots, potatoes, celery, frozen peas, beef broth, diced tomatoes, dried thyme, dried rosemary, bay leaf, salt, and pepper to the pot. Stir well.
5. Return the browned beef stew meat to the pot and bring the mixture to a boil.
6. Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer for 1 hour, or until the meat is tender.
7. In a small bowl, dissolve the cornstarch in water. Stir the cornstarch mixture into the pot to thicken the sauce.
8. Continue cooking for an additional 10 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened.
9. Remove the bay leaf before serving.
10. Garnish each serving with chopped fresh parsley.

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