It’s definitely beginning to look like fall around here.  It feels like it as well on most days.

 Even though I am definitely a summer person, I love the seasonal changes.  The scenery.  the weather.  The foods.  I think the changes in our dining that come about with the seasons makes me appreciate those foods even more.

One of my go-to fall and winter meals is a good stew.  I make several versions, all of which Hubby really enjoys.  This particular version uses caraway seed and is delicious with pork or beef.  When I make it with the pork, I usually serve it over some slightly steamed cabbage.  Yum!

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HEARTY BEEF OR PORK STEW

1 pound medium new potatoes, cut into eighths
4 medium carrots, sliced (2 cups)
1 onion, cut in half lengthwise, thinly silced
3/4 to  l pound beef top round or pork shoulder, cut into 3/2-inch cubes
1 cup beef broth (or vegetable broth)
3 Tablespoons tomato paste
2 teaspoons paprika
1/4 teaspoon caraway seed
1 garlic clove, minced
2 Tablespoons water
2 Tablespoons cornstarch

In a  3 1/2 or 4-quart slow cooker, layer potatoes, carrots, onion and meat cubes.   In a small bowl, combine broth, tomato paste, paprika, caraway seed and garlic.  Blend well.  Add to slow cooker.
Cover and cook on LOW setting at least 8 hours or until meat and vegetables are tender.

Thanks for joining me today.  I hope you will link up a favorite slow cooker or autumn seasonal dish that you and your family enjoy. 

You have to make plans to join me next week when I share my new “toy” and offer up a friends absolutely delicious Taramahoota Pollo Sopa with Quinoa.  Believe me; it’s tasty!

Linked to:
Menu Plan Monday
Tempt My Tummy Tuesday
Tuesdays At the Table
Full Plate Thursday