How Do You Easy Recipe Hearty Beef Stew From Leftover Pot Roast?
Ever wonder what to do with a small amount of leftover pot roast, not enough for the entire family meal? Here’s an easy recipe this writer’s mother used to prepare a hearty soup, more like a beef stew, and stretch the weekly food budget. Great for these recession times when we are all looking for a “chicken in every pot”. This writer calls it “stone soup,” as in the old children’s story. All ingredients can more than likely be found in your cupboard, or at your local grocer. Remove pot roast bits from pan drippings and chop as directed. Reserve pan drippings for later. On medium, heat two tablespoons of olive or vegetable oil in your soup pot. Add uncooked onion, mushrooms, spices, garlic, and bay leaf, cook until onions are glossy and soft, stirring occasionally. Add uncooked vegetables and cover with water. Bring to a boil and simmer for 5 minutes. Add tomatoes and any leftover vegetables. Bring to a boil and simmer five minutes. Add frozen spinach and more water if needed. Bring to
