Brazilian Black Bean And Beef Stew

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An easy one-pot bean and beef stew.

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Steps

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In a dutch oven , with lid , heat oil over medium-high heat and saute celery , carrots , onions , garlic , and bell pepper.

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Cover and simmer gently for 5 minutes , stirring every now and then to make sure vegetables are not sticking.

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Add meat to vegetables and brown slightly.

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Add cumin , orange zest and tomatoes.

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Stir and cover pot and simmer for 30 minutes , stirring occasionally.

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Add black beans and simmer , uncovered , for 15-30 minutes more , until stew is nice and thick.

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Season to taste with pepper.

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Ingredients

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olive oil, celery, carrots, onions, garlic cloves, red bell pepper, lean stewing beef, ground cumin, orange zest, diced tomatoes, black beans, salt and pepper