Argentine Locro Bean and Squash Stew

Ingredients

• 8 oz beef stew meat, cut small
• 1 tbsp neutral oil
• 1/2 onion, diced
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 cup cubed butternut squash
• 1 can cannellini beans, drained
• 1/2 cup corn kernels
• 1 1/2 cups beef broth
• 2 tbsp sliced scallion
• Salt and black pepper

Steps

1. Season beef and brown it well in oil in a small Dutch oven; set aside.
2. Cook onion until soft, then add garlic and paprika for 30 seconds.
3. Add squash, beans, corn, broth and browned beef. Bring to a gentle simmer.
4. Cover and cook until the beef is tender and the squash thickens the broth, 35 to 40 minutes; add a splash of water if needed.
5. Taste for salt and pepper, scatter with scallion, and serve hot.

Use the listed quantities as a guide, adjust seasoning to taste, and cook proteins to a safe internal temperature.