beef ragout
March 5th, 2009
You possibly will not accept that it is possible to lose weight while on a diet which includes beef ragout but it is feasible. It is crucial to not eat beef ragout or other high calorie beef/pork/lamb/veal every day but in moderation.
For example, I allow myself moderately high calorie food once per week. I eat a calorie controlled diet 6 days a week, say 1200 to 1800 calories per day, and then one day, I eat whatever I want - within reason of course.
I have been using this method for the last 2 weeks and it has helped me to lose 5 kilos. I have not increased my exercise habits or taken any pills or diet drinks. I have simply been careful of what I eat most days of the week and then eat whatever I like one day a week.
I also find it is helpful if you have a little support when dieting and for that I joined the Biggest Loser club. They have many tools to help you monitor your progress and attain your goals.
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Beef Ragout
This is an old Italian dish called a peposo because it calls for lots of pepper.
If you double the recipe, double the cooking time - 24 hours instead of 12.
2 1/2 pounds lean stewing beef, cut into 2-inch cubes
12 whole cloves garlic, peeled
2 to 3 tablespoons freshly cracked (not ground) black pepper
4 cups canned diced tomatoes in juice (three 14 1/2 ounce cans)
1 cup hearty red wine, such as merlot
1/2 cup chopped fresh basil leaves
Salt to taste
Preheat oven to 275 degrees F.
Place beef, garlic, pepper, tomatoes, wine and basil in a heavy pot, preferably ceramic or enamel. Bring mixture to a gentle boil on top of the stove. Cover tightly, place in oven and bake for 12 hours. Don’t try to bake this in any less time. It takes exactly 12 hours for the meat to fall apart and the pepper to mellow. Taste and add salt at the end.
6 servings
Per serving: calories: 414 (46 from protein, 16 from carbohydrate, 38 from fat); protein: 50 grams; total fat: 17.1 grams; saturated fat: 6.5 grams; cholesterol: 124 mg; sodium: 742 mg; carbohydrate: 10.2 grams; dietary fiber: 1.8 grams
Exchanges: 11/2 vegetable, 1/2 fat, 6 meat
You can adapt the recipe to make it quite a bit healthier or with less calories as this can help you to lose 5 kilos quickly. It worked for me and could help you to lose weight also.
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