All or Nuthin' Beef Stew

1 large onion -- finely chopped
2 garlic cloves -- minced
1 lb boiling potatoes, peeled or unpeeled -- cut in 3/4" Cubes
1 1/2 cup cabbage -- coarsely shredded
1 large carrot -- peeled and sliced
1/4 cup long-grain rice -- uncooked
1 lb beef round, trimmed of all fat -- cut in bite-size pcs
1 1/2 cup beef broth, defatted--or bouillon
3/4 cup red wine
1/4 cup ketchup
2 tsp light brown sugar -- packed
1/2 Tbs apple cider vinegar
1 1/2 tsp dried thyme
1 tsp chili powder
1/2 tsp powdered mustard
1/4 tsp black pepper

Preparation: In large crock pot, combine onion, garlic, potatoes, cabbage, carrot, and rice. Add meat. In 4-cup measure or similar bowl, stir together broth, wine, ketchup, brown sugar, vinegar, thyme, chili powder, mustard, and black pepper. Pour mixture over meat and vegetables.

Cover crock pot and cook 1 hour on high. Stir meat and vegetables into sauce, and cook an additional 6 1/2 to 8 hours on low.

Psst... Sign up for Dr. Whisnant's twelve free beef recipes at http://neatfacts.com/beef.htm

Disclaimer: Throughout this website, statements are made pertaining to the properties and/or functions of food and/or nutritional products. These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration and these materials and products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.