Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 34 cup finely chopped onion
  • 12 lb stewing beef (cut into 1/2-inch pieces) or 12 lb flank steak (cut into 1/2-inch pieces)
  • 2 (15 ounce) cansjulienned beets, undrained
  • 1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
  • 1 cup water
  • 2 beef bouillon cubes
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 12 teaspoons lemon juice
  • 1 12 teaspoons salt

Method

  • In a medium-sized saucepan, heat the oil over medium-high heat.
  • Add the garlic, onion, and beef, and saute until the onion is softened and the meat is lightly browned.
  • Add the remaining ingredients and bring to a boil.
  • Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 35-40 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Serve hot.
  • (If you like, you can ad a peeled boiled potato for heartiness.
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