Mediterranean Beef Stew

willman, Mar 28, 7:14pm
Is there such a recipe!!

I gather that mediterranean recipe are more healthy for the weight concious!!
I quess they use tomatoes and slightly different in their stews.
Anyone have a nice recipe that they would like to share.Thanks to those,who are able too.

davidt4, Mar 28, 8:51pm
Here is a very simple French beef stew.

Beef, Leek and Vinegar Stew

3 large leeks in thick slices
2 tab olive oil
700g stewing beef in large chunks
1 tsp salt
pepper
4 tab balsamic vinegar
750 ml water

Brown beef in oil, add leeks and stir 5 min.Add salt and pepper.

Add vinegar and stir to deglaze, gradually add 500 ml water.Cover and simmer about 3 hours until the meat is very tender.Add more water if necessary.

willman, Mar 29, 1:44am
Thanks davidt4.

I will certainly try that one.The recipe,looks to be uncompletated,just what I like.

gerry64, Mar 29, 3:20am
david could I use this recipe for my slow cooker

katewest, Mar 29, 3:36am
I was just thinking the same thing.maybe you could reduce the water amount! Might give it a go next week.

davidt4, Mar 29, 4:13am
Yes, I think in a slow cooker you could reduce the water to about 200 ml as there will be very little evaporation.If the leeks are really fresh and juicy you might not need any water at all.

gerry64, Mar 29, 6:07am
Cheers David