DAUBE OF BEEF
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5 shallots, sliced thin
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 md carrots, sliced 1/4"
1/3 c ham, baked, chopped
1 sl orange peel, 1/2x3"
1 bay leaf
3 lb beef chuck, boneless lean, in 1 1/2" cubes
1/4 c flour
1/4 ts whole black peppercorns
1/4 ts dry thyme
1/8 ts ground cloves
1/2 ts dry sage
2 tb balsamic vinegar
3/4 c dry white wine or beef broth
1/4 c brandy
2 tb flour
2 tb butter/margarine
salt
parsley, chopped
In slow cooker, combine shallots, garlic, carrots, ham, orange
peel, and bay leaf. Coat beef cubes with flour, add to cooker.
Sprinkle with peppercorns, thyme, cloves, and sage. Drizzle with
vinegar, pour in wine and brandy. Cover, cook LOW until beef is
very tender.
Remove and discard bay leaf and orange peel, then blend in flour
and butter (Blend together). Increase cooker heat to HIGH, cover
and cook, stirring 2-3 times, until sauce is thickened (about 20
minutes). Season to taste and sprinkle with parsley. Prep time: 30
minutes.
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