BABY BEEF STEW

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Yield 2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 medium potato, peeled and chopped (about 1/2 heaping cup)
1/2 cup sliced carrots (about 12 baby carrots)
1 stalk celery, chopped
2 tablespoons water
1/2 teaspoon olive or canola oil
1 clove garlic
1/2 green onion
3 red bell pepper strips, chopped (about 1/8 cup)
3.5 ounces extra-lean natural ground beef

Steps:

1. Place potato, carrots, celery, and water in a microwave-safe dish. Cover and microwave 3 minutes on high or until tender. Let stand covered. 2. Over medium heat, sauté garlic, green onion, and bell pepper with oil. Add beef and cook 2 to 3 minutes or until thoroughly cooked. 3. Combine vegetables and beef mixture. Chop to the appropriate texture for your baby or puree. Finely chopping veggies cuts cooking time, but it also makes it easy to overcook them, leading to lost nutrients. Use minimal water when veggies are finely chopped and expect shorter cooking time. Nutrient analysis per 1/4 cup 50 calories 7 grams protein Vitamin B12 150% Zinc 55% Niacin 40% Selenium 30% Potassium, phosphorous, and vitamin C 20%