Holiday Tasting Party Recipes

RECIPE NAME: CROCKPOT BEEF BURGUNDY

INGREDIENTS:
2 slices bacon, diced
2 lbs. lean stew beef, sirloin tip or round steak, cut into 1-inch cubes
1 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. seasoned salt
1/4 tsp. marjoram
1/4 tsp. thyme
1/4 tsp. pepper
1 clove garlic, minced
1 beef bouillon cube, crushed
1 cup dry red wine
4 to 6 oz. fresh mushrooms, sliced
2 Tbs. cornstarch (optional)

HOW TO MAKE THIS:
In skillet, cook bacon several minutes. Remove and set aside. Combine steak, bacon drippings, cooked bacon, seasonings, bouillon and Burgundy in pot. Cover and cook on low 6 to 8 hours. Add mushrooms. Cover and cook on High for 30 5o 45 minutes longer. To thicken sauce, add cornstarch (dissolved in 2 Tbs. cold water).

MY NAME: Laura Staples