Jan 4, 2010

Pancetta adds a rich flavor to the base of this stew.

Source: Closet Cooking

Italian-Style Beef Stew with Butternut Squash

Credit: Closet Cooking

FROM THE RECIPE:

The Italian style beef stew was a great success! The beef was falling apart in your mouth tender and the squash was nice and al dente; cooked and tender but still having a firm texture. The broth was super flavourful and I did not let any of it go to waste, sopping it up with some cheesy garlic bread.

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Ratings & Reviews (1)

by tonypolicano@optonline.net on 2011-11-21

This makes a nice stew. The addition of butternut squash was an unexpected surprise adding a bit of sweetness. Follow the directions and don�t add squash until the end.
Some modifications: I dredged the beef cubes in flour prior to cooking, used 3 slices of bacon instead of pancetta, I pureed a 28oz can of whole tomatoes instead of using diced tomatoes and then added a 6oz can of tomato paste, added two peeled,cubed potatoes, added frozen peas in the final 5 to 10 minutes.
Let rest a bit before serving with a crusty baguette.

Italian-Style Beef Stew with Butternut Squash Reviewed by tonypolicano@optonline.net on Jan 6. This makes a nice stew. The addition of butternut squash was an unexpected surprise adding a bit of sweetness. Follow the directions and don�t add squash until the end.
Some modifications: I dredged the beef cubes in flour prior to cooking, used 3 slices of bacon instead of pancetta, I pureed a 28oz can of whole tomatoes instead of using diced tomatoes and then added a 6oz can of tomato paste, added two peeled,cubed potatoes, added frozen peas in the final 5 to 10 minutes.
Let rest a bit before serving with a crusty baguette. Rating: 4