"This streamlined goulash skips the step of browning the beef, and instead coats it in a spice crust to give it a rich mahogany hue. This saucy dish is a natural served over whole-wheat egg noodles. Or, for something different, try prepared potato gnocchi or spaetzle...."
INGREDIENTS
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2 pounds beef stew meat, (such as chuck), trimmed and cubed
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2 teaspoons caraway seeds
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1 1/2-2 tablespoons sweet or hot paprika, (or a mixture of the two), preferably Hungarian (see Ingredient Note)
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1/4 teaspoon salt
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Freshly ground pepper, to taste
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1 large or 2 medium onions, chopped
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1 small red bell pepper, chopped
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1 14-ounce can diced tomatoes
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1 14-ounce can reduced-sodium beef broth
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1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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2 bay leaves
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1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water