In large kettle, cover beef with water and add chopped onion, salt, thyme.
Bring to boil.
Skim fat from surface.
Add split peas, cover and simmer over low heat, 3-4 hours.
Add all remaining ingredients.
Cover and simmer 30 minutes.
Adjust seasoning, to taste.
Note: if you'd like it thicker, you can add a torn-up piece of bread or two, stir well, and simmer to incorporate.
Ingredients:
2 lbs stew beef chunks, cubed
1 1/2 cups corn, or hominy ( I prefer hominy)
3 1/2 quarts water
2 onions, sliced
1 onions, chopped
1 large potatoes, cubed
1 tablespoon salt
1 cup chopped spinach
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1 cup chopped green beans
1/2 cup dry split peas
1 cup green peas, fresh or frozen
6 carrots, sliced
1 cup lima beans ( I dislike lima beans, and substitute edamame or black beans) (optional)
3 cups celery, diced
1 cup ketchup
1 orange or yellow or green peppers, diced ( bell pepper)
2 tablespoons chopped parsley
3 medium tomatoes, cubed
Steps/Methods:
In large kettle, cover beef with water and add chopped onion, salt, thyme.
Bring to boil.
Skim fat from surface.
Add split peas, cover and simmer over low heat, 3-4 hours.
Add all remaining ingredients.
Cover and simmer 30 minutes.
Adjust seasoning, to taste.
Note: if you'd like it thicker, you can add a torn-up piece of bread or two, stir well, and simmer to incorporate.
