Ingredients
2 tablespoons canola oil2-1/2 pounds beef stew meat1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce3/4 cup water2 chopped chipotle peppers in adobo sauce plus 2 tablespoons sauce12 garlic cloves, minced1 tablespoon chili powder1-1/2 teaspoons ground cumin1 teaspoon beef bouillon granules1/2 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon saltHot cooked rice, flour tortillas, chopped tomatoes and shredded lettuce, optional
Preparation
In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Brown beef in batches. Transfer meat to a 3-qt. slow cooker. Stir in tomato sauce, water, chipotle peppers, adobo sauce, garlic, chili powder, cumin, bouillon, pepper and salt.
Cook, covered, on low 6-8 hours or until meat is tender. If desired, serve with rice, flour tortillas, chopped tomatoes and shredded lettuce.
