Hearty Beef Bowl (Printable Version)
# What You’ll Need:
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4 strips bacon, chopped small.
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1 lb (450 g) beef sirloin or steak, cut into thin strips.
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1 tbsp olive oil (when needed).
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1 small onion, chopped.
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1 green bell pepper, chopped.
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1 red bell pepper, chopped.
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2 cloves garlic, finely chopped.
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3 cups beef broth.
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1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half.
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2 tbsp all-purpose flour.
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1 tsp Worcestershire sauce.
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1/2 tsp smoked paprika.
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Salt and pepper as needed.
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For cheesy toast:.
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4 slices hearty bread.
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1 cup grated provolone or mozzarella cheese.
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2 tbsp unsalted butter, room temperature.
# Steps To Make It:
01 -
Fry bacon till crisp, set aside. Brown beef strips in the bacon drippings, then remove.
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Toss onion, peppers, and garlic in the same pot until they soften.
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Sprinkle flour over veggies, pour in broth and add spices. Let bubble for 10 minutes.
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Pour in cream, drop meat back in pot. Let simmer another 5 minutes.
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Spread butter on bread, pile with cheese and broil until bubbly.
# Extra Notes:
01 -
Ground beef works well for a faster meal.
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Toss in mushrooms or jalapeños for extra flavor.
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Mix cornstarch with cold water to make soup thicker.