Friday, January 9, 2004

Boef Carbonnade (Beef in Beer)

This is one of my oldest and best-loved recipes. 

Heat 1/4 C. vegetable oil in medium skillet over medium heat.  Add 1 clove minced garlic, and one thinly sliced onion.  Cook until transparent.  Transfer to small bowl.  Cube 2 pounds round steak.  Shake in a bag with 3 Tbs. flour, 1 tsp. salt, and 1/4 tsp. pepper.  Add up to 1/4 C. additional oil to skillet.  Brown meat on all sides, then transfer to oven-safe casserole or crockpot . Add onions , then 2-3 sprigs minced flat-leaf, (Italian), parsley, 1/3 tsp ground nutmeg, 1/2 tsp. thyme, and 1 crumbled bay leaf.  Pour one bottle beer over top and then add 1 T. brown sugar.  (No need to stir).  Cover and bake 3 hours at 325 degrees.  (300 degrees for glass dish).

Serve with rice, buttered noodles, or mashed potatoes for a stick-to-your-ribs meal. 

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