Mood Beef Portuguese Beef Stew

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This is another emeril's mom (hilda) recipe. great way to make a thick and hearty beef stew. an excellent all-in-one meal!!

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Steps

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In a dutch oven or heavy skillet heat the olive oil over high heat.

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Season the beef with 1 / 2 teaspoon of the salt and the black pepper.

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Saute the beef , in batches if necessary so that the pan is not crowded , until well-browned on all sides , about 4 minutes.

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Transfer the beef to a plate and set aside.

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Add the onion and green peppers to the skillet and cook , stirring frequently , until softened and caramelized around the edges , about 6 minutes.

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Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute.

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Add the tomato paste and cook for 2 minutes , stirring constantly.

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Add the tomatoes , water , bay leaf , crushed red pepper and remaining 3 / 4 teaspoon salt.

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Return the beef to the pan and bring the sauce to a boil.

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Reduce the heat to medium-low and cook , partially covered , for 1 1 / 2 hours or until the meat is very tender.

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Add the ditalini to the gravy and cook until tender , about 25 minutes.

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Add the parsley.

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Serve immediately.

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Ingredients

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olive oil, beef round steak, salt, ground black pepper, onion, green peppers, garlic cloves, tomato paste, italian plum tomatoes, water, bay leaf, crushed red pepper flakes, ditalini, fresh parsley leaves