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Carne Guisada II

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"A Mexican beef stew smothered in a semi-spicy gravy. Simple to make, but tastes wonderful. Serve with mashed potatoes, rice, and/or homemade tortillas. Cooking time may be cut, but the meat will be less tender."
Carne Guisada II Recipe
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This recipe has been rated 82 times with an average star rating of 4.4
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PREP TIME  15 Min
COOK TIME  12 Hrs
READY IN  12 Hrs 15 Min

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INGREDIENTS (Nutrition)

  • 2 tablespoons cooking oil
  • 1 pound beef stew meat
  • 1/2 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
  • 1 (10.5 ounce) can beef broth
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 2 cloves garlic, crushed
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • salt to taste
  • 2 serrano chile peppers, seeded and chopped
  • 2 teaspoons cornstarch

What to Drink?
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DIRECTIONS

  1. Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium high heat. Cook beef until evenly brown. Pour off excess fat. Stir in tomato paste, beef broth and water. Season with garlic, chili powder, cumin, black pepper, salt and serrano peppers. Reduce heat, and simmer for 8 to 12 hours.
  2. Dissolve cornstarch in a small amount of water, and stir into simmering stew until thickened, about 5 minutes.
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REVIEWS

The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.38 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 10, 2005 by DOMSMUM 
This recipe has been a family staple for us for many years now. We love it! I just wanted to... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.38 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 16, 2007 by ThatMassageGuy 
I grew up in San Antonio and got hooked on Taco Cabana.. I fell in love with Carne Guisada... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 2 stars. This recipe averages a 4.38 star rating.
Reviewed on Jun. 6, 2003 by THEHORSELADY 
Sorry, but this is nasty. MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.38 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 5, 2007 by Caroline C 
I also made this in the crockpot - the meat was fork tender after about 8 hours on Low. I... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.38 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 15, 2007 by trizydlux 
I made this recipe with minor modifications - I used 6 seeded jalapenos, and added 2 small... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.38 star rating.
Reviewed on May 3, 2003 by DRAGONCAROUSEL 
Wonderful recipe! Easy to adjust for those that dont like it to hot, or those that like it... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.38 star rating.
Reviewed on Sep. 3, 2006 by Carol 
THIS WAS DELICIOSO. I USUALLY DON'T COOK MEXICAN MEALS FOR MY FAMILY, BUT I HAD SOME BEEF... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.38 star rating.
Reviewed on Apr. 27, 2003 by MELY C. 
Excellent and really a mexican dish! Good for tacos or any kind of dish with tortillas. MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.38 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 8, 2002 by POLLYFROG 
Very good recipe! I had searched for something different to use some stew meat I had in the... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.38 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 10, 2006 by Lori 
Loved it!! Made the whole house smell wonderful! MORE

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Nutritional Information
Carne Guisada II

Servings Per Recipe: 4

Amount Per Serving

Calories: 380

  • Total Fat: 29.1g
  • Cholesterol: 76mg
  • Sodium: 483mg
  • Total Carbs: 6.7g
  •     Dietary Fiber: 1.4g
  • Protein: 22.6g

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