"By the time the stew is done simmering and a batch of bread finishes baking, the house smells absolutely wonderful. —Marcia O'Neil, Cedar Crest, New Mexico..."
INGREDIENTS
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1 tablespoon canola oil
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1 beef top round steak (1-1/2 pounds), cut into 1-inch cubes
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1-1/2 cups cubed peeled pie pumpkin or sweet potatoes
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3 small red potatoes, peeled and cubed
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1 cup cubed acorn squash
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1 medium onion, chopped
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2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) reduced-sodium beef broth
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1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
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2 bay leaves
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2 garlic cloves, minced
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2 teaspoons reduced-sodium beef bouillon granules
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1/2 teaspoon chili powder
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1/2 teaspoon pepper
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1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
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1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
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1/4 cup water
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3 tablespoons all-purpose flour