French Beef Au Gratin

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Comes from our house to yours" cookbook by the pulaski business & professional women's organization."

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Steps

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In large , heavy bottomed pan , over medium heat , melt butter.

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Add onions.

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Saute , stirring often , until caramelized , but not burned , 15 to 20 minutes.

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With slotted spoon , remove onions to medium bowl.

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Add beef to pan.

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Brown well on all sides.

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Return onions and any juices to pan.

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In small bowl , mix flour , sugar , cumin , salt and pepper and add to pan.

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Stir 1 minute until bubbly.

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Gradually add broth , stirring to scrape drippings from pan.

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Simmer 10 minutes.

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Cook pasta according to package directions.

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Heat broiler.

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Place 1 / 2 cup fettucine in each of 4 ovenproof bowls.

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Divide beef mixture over pasta.

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In medium bowl , stir cheeses together.

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Sprinkle evenly over beef.

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Broil until cheese is melted and lightly browned , about 5 minutes.

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Makes 4 servings.

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Ingredients

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butter, vidalia onions, beef tenderloin, flour, dark brown sugar, cumin, salt, pepper, beef broth, fettuccine pasta, mozzarella cheese, parmesan cheese