Stefado

(Beef with Onions and Spices)

2 lbs. lean beef chuck or round or baby beef

8 medium onions, cut in wedges

1/2 C cooking oil

4 T wine vinegar or plain vinegar

6 cloves garlic

1 T whole mixed spices

1 bay leaf

1 C canned tomatoes, mashed

1 T tomato paste (optional)

Salt and pepper to taste

Cut beef into 2 inch cubes. Place in Dutch oven or heavy 2 quart saucepan. Add wedges of onion, cooking oil, vinegar, garlic, mixed spices, bay leaf, tomatoes, tomato paste, salt and pepper and bring to boil over medium heat. Cover and cook over low heat 1-1/2 hours or until meat is tender. Add water if mixture becomes too thick while simmering. Makes 4 to 6 servings. Note: Spices should be placed in a cloth bag or tea container. - Mam-ma says "Good!”