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Hearty Beef Stew with White Sweet Potatoes

For those of you that are looking for some healthy eats here is a nice alternative as the seasons start to go cold on us. This recipe fits with Paleo except for the sugar. So omit that if you are so inclined.

What you’ll need:

• 2 large onions diced
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1 1/2 cups red wine
• 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
• 3lbs stew beef
• 2 cups unsalted chicken broth
• 3 tablespoons of minced Garlic
• 3 largish white Sweet Potatoes chopped in halves
• 1/4 cup sliced fresh basil

I use a large pot over medium-high heat. First you add the onions and sprinkle in the sugar, season with salt and pepper. Stir it up till the onions start to soften. Add 1/2 cup wine. Cover and cook until onions are very soft, about 25 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add vinegar and cook until liquid somewhat evaporates, about 10 minutes, stirring frequently. Season beef with salt and pepper and add to the pan. Now you can Add broth, garlic, and remaining 1 cup wine. Partially cover and simmer, turning occasionally.

This is a good base recipe but if you want to add carrots or other veggies you can. Get creative. Let me know what you think in the comments.

Kick butt turkey chili guarunteed to make you lose weight or your money back

So in all seriousness I make some of the tastiest turkey chili this side of the moon. And it is so easy to make I figured some of you slow carb folks would want the recipe. I have seen great results when I eat this at lunch as a replacement for the usual fast food / sandwich shop meals we all typically eat.

So here goes:

2 pounds of ground Turkey
1 Green Bell Pepper (minced)
1 Sweet Onion (minced)
2-3 tablespoons garlic (minced)
3 cans of black beans (drain and rinse)
1 large can of cut up tomatoes
1 small can of tomato paste
1 beer (your choice)
1 1/4 cup chicken broth
Cumin (3-4 tablespoons)
Chili Powder to taste (3-4 tablespoons)
Ground Red Pepper to taste (2-4 teaspoons for me but I am a wimp)

So basically you brown the turkey in a big pot. I typically use 1-2 inches of water in the bottom of the pan to keep the turkey from sticking. In the past when I have added Olive Oil it has not kept the turkey from sticking. I still use Olive Oil but for the basic goodness of Olive Oil.

Once the turkey is browned I add the Bell Pepper, Onion and Garlic and let it brown them as well. Just a few minutes goes a long way. Now take 2-3 handfuls of the black beans and squeeze them real hard to where they almost make a paste. Add the black beans and the rest of the ingredients. Simmer for 20 minutes or so.

I have also done a Paleo version of this chili by omitting the beans. Still tastes awesome and even better for you!

This chili tastes even better the next day!