Beef Stew Cooked In A Steamer

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Posted per request for meals cooked in a steamer. You don't have to brown the meat separatly but it will taste better if you do. Recipe source: the steamer cookbook

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Steps

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In a large skillet over medium high heat heat oil.

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Put 1 / 4 cup flour , salt and pepper in a baggie or pie dish and dredge beef in flour mixture.

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Brown beef cubes in skillet.

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Remove beef from skillet and place in a heat-proof bowl that will fit in steamer.

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Add onions and garlic to skillet , cooking until browned.

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Pour in beer and vinegar , bring to a boil and pour over meat.

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Stir in sage , salt and pepper.

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Cover bowl with foil or a lid and place on steamer rack.

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When steamer water comes to a boil , place rack in steamer and steam for 1 hour.

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If you want you can steam potatoes and cabbage with the meat about 35 minutes before meat is done add potatoes.

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Pour off liquid through a strainer into a saucepan.

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Place saucepan over medium heat and bring to a boil , gradually adding 1 tablespoon flour mixed with 1 tablespoon butter , stirring until sauce thickens.

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Place cabbage wedges in steamer and steam for 6-8 minutes.

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Pour sauce over meat and potatoes.

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Ingredients

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top round steaks, salt, pepper, flour, olive oil, onions, garlic cloves, beer, red wine vinegar, fresh sage, butter, new potatoes, cabbage