Simple Beef or Turkey Stew

Ingredients

• 1 lb lean beef or turkey breast, cubbed
• 2 cups whole wheat flour
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp cumin
• 1 1/2 tbsp olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 medium onions, sliced
• 2 stalks celery, sliced
• 1 medium red or green bell pepper, sliced
• 1 medium tomato, finely minced
• 5 cups of beef or turkey broth with fat removed
• 5 small potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 12 small carrots
• 1 1/4 cup green peas

Directions

1. Preheat oven 375°F
2. Mix the flour, salt, pepper and cumin together. Roll the beef or turkey cubes in the mixture and shake off extra flour.
3. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the beef or turkey cubs and saute until nicely brown, about 7-10 minutes.
4. Place meat in a casserole dish.
5. Add garlic, onions, celery, and peppers into skillet and cook until vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes.
6. Add tomatoe and broth to skillet and stir. Bring to a boil and poor over cubed meat.
7. Bake for 20-25 minutes.
8. Serve hot.

Daily Servings According to Diabetes Food Guide Pyramid
Grains/Beans/Starchy Vegetables Group: 1
Vegetable Group: 1
Meat Group: 1
Fat: 1