Reviewed: Dec. 11, 2002

I am not a big beef lover but this broth has such a rich depth of flavor that I loved this. I did not add the capers or red pepper because I didn't have it on hand-and it still was very good. The only thing I think it needed was veggies. I added carrot chunks this time. My husband ate over white rice. I had over red beans and rice (leftovers). Added 2-27-03:I've made this a few times now,and have noticed each time, when you add the potatoes,it loses quite a bit of flavor. I now add extra spices WHEN I make with the potatoes. When I serve over rice, beans etc., I simply omit the potatoes.Also, we did not like the flavor of the capers, when used.To our taste, the capers really changed the flavor (to "sour" instead of nice and "tangy")., Will make again WITHOUT the capers."

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Home Town: Pleasant Ridge, Michigan, USA

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Reviewed: Nov. 30, 2002

We all liked this. I served it over rice and it was really good, although it could have easily stood alone because of the potatoes.

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LITTLETURTLE30

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Home Town: Eugene, Oregon, USA

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Reviewed: Oct. 22, 2002

By FAR the best stew I have had in a LONG time. Although the ingredients are different, the flavors blend so beautifully to make a truly lovely dish. This one is definitly great for company. The whole family loves it (even my toddler!)

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HAPPY C

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Reviewed: Oct. 10, 2002

I left out the potatoes and served this over rice. I put all the liquids in a measuring cup and added just enough water to make 2 cups. I threw the meat and liquid in my pressure cooker and cooked it for 50 minutes. Very tender and excellent!!!

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COOKINGQUEEN75

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Home Town: Greenville, Ohio, USA

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Reviewed: Sep. 18, 2002

Excellent! Husband LOVED it. He is planning on making this recipe for his hunting buddies using elk meat. Loads of flavor! We did add a dash of red pepper flakes for a little kick!

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Reviewed: Aug. 23, 2002

This stew is excellent--a nice departure from the typical. I was skepical about the kids' response but they all loved it and are asking me to make it again! Go figure!

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KIRSTENFINNIGAN

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Reviewed: Aug. 17, 2002

Thought this stew was great! Loved the olives and all the flavors worked very well together. Only next time I'm doubling the recipe because this didn't give me enough leftovers!

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MoonKitty

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Reviewed: Nov. 1, 2001

I love all kinds of stews and this was a great departure from common European stews. My husband raved and my son ate it without complaints, even with the olives. I departed from the recipe by slow cooking in a crock pot (love my crock pot!) - after browning meat, adding spices and simmering for 3 minutes. Ate it in a sourdough bread bowl - yummy. Next time must try more authentic Cuban meal with fried plantains.

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TEAMCRIS

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Reviewed: Nov. 1, 2001

I looked forward to this all day because it has all the ingredients I like, but the end result was not too good, way too sour :-(

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Reviewed: Mar. 12, 2001

The best beef stew I've ever had. My husband rated it a 9!

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SouBee

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Reviewed: Dec. 6, 2000

I was sort of doubtful with the olives, capers and rasins. The combination makes a sweet and salty broth. I added some portabella mushrooms and it turned out great. The recipe doesn't specify when to add the red bell pepper, so I added it with the olives.

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Reviewed: Nov. 14, 2000

Very tasty even though I had to improvise a little because we didn't have Sherry in the house. Cognac and a tablespoon of sugar make a nice substitute.

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SUSAN C.

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Reviewed: Nov. 12, 2000

This is great with steamed rice. I make it quite often and give leftovers to my husband for him to eat the next day at work. Excellent.

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Reviewed: Sep. 28, 2000

This is very good - "peasant food" I call it. I was a little hesitant with the ingredients like the olives, raisins and capers together, wasn't sure about the combination, but tried because of the other reviews. I am glad I did. Rich, a good winter meal!

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