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TENDER SALSA BEEF

This is my Mexican-style twist on comfort food. To keep it kid-friendly, use mild salsa.

—STACIE STAMPER NORTH WILKESBORO, NC



PREP: 15 MIN. COOK: 8 HOURS MAKES: 8 SERVINGS


1/2 pounds beef stew meat, cut into 3/4-inch cubes

2 cups salsa

1 tablespoon brown sugar

1 tablespoon reduced-sodium soy sauce

1 garlic clove, minced

4 cups hot cooked brown rice

1. In a 3-qt. slow cooker, combine beef, salsa, brown sugar, soy sauce and garlic.

2.  Cover and cook on low 8-10 hours or until meat is tender. Using a slotted spoon, serve beef with rice.

FREEZE OPTION Freeze individual portions of cooled stew in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a saucepan, stirring occasionally and adding a little water if necessary.

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We loved this recipe in my house...so easy! Experiment with different kinds of salsa to change the flavor and the heat of this recipe.

—SDAWSONH