Ingredients

  • 1 12 lbs stewing beef
  • 1 (14 1/2 ounce) cansliced stewed tomatoes
  • 1 (14 1/2 ounce) can beef broth
  • 1 beef bouillon cube
  • 12 teaspoon onion powder
  • 14 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 14 teaspoon pepper
  • 14 teaspoon thyme
  • 1 large rutabaga, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes (Be careful! They are tough veggies to dissect!)
  • 2 medium zucchini

Method

  • Brown stew beef in olive oil on all sides over medium-high pot.
  • Add tomatoes, broth, spices and enough water to cover beef.
  • Turn heat down and simmer for about 1 and 1/2 hours.
  • Add rutabaga and simmer for 30 minutes.
  • Add diced zucchini and simmer for 30 more minutes (adding more liquid, if necessary, to cover the veggies).
  • Taste for seasonings and adjust to personal preference.