Southwest Stew

Bill and I never get tired of this comfort food:

Southwest Stew

2 T vegetable oil
3 lbs round steak cut up
1/2 t salt
1/2 C beef broth
1 C prepared chunky salsa
2 medium zucchini, halved lengthwise,then
cut crosswise into 3/4 inch thick pieces.
1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed, drained
1/2 to 1 C frozen whole corn

In dutch oven, heat oil over medium heat. Add half of beef. Cook, stirring until evenly brown. Remove beef pan. Repeat with rest of meat, and combine together in pan. Season with salt. Stir in broth and salsa. Bring to boil. Reduce heat to low. Cover tightly. Simmer gently 1 1/4 hours.

Add zucchini, beans, and corn. Bring to boil. Reduce heat to low. Cover tightly. Simmer for 15-20 minutes or until beef and vegetables are tender. Serve with desired toppings.

Suggested optional toppings: chopped fresh cilantro, sour cream, chopped tomatoes, shredded cheese.

stewstewstewstewstewstewstewstewstewstewstewstew