American Curried Beef

Recent research suggests that curry may guard against the development of Alzheimer's disease (see http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/health/1668932.stm). This recipe is for a curry using ingredients commonly found in American kitchens. Ease of preparation and a short cooking time make it a great supper for those who want to add some curry to their everyday menu. Adjust the amount of curry powder to suit your own taste.

• Ready In: 25 mins
• Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 4  medium onions, minced
• 1  clove garlic, minced or 1⁄4 teaspoon instant minced garlic
• 2  tablespoons butter
• 1  lb lean ground beef, crumbled
• 1  tablespoon flour
• 2  tablespoons raisins (optional)
• 1⁄4 cup  slivered almonds (optional)
• 1  teaspoon ground ginger
• 1  tablespoon curry powder
• 1  beef bouillon cube
• 1 1⁄4 cups water
• 1  cup  cooked peas
•  salt and pepper
•  hot cooked rice

Directions

1. Cook the onion and garlic in butter until soft.
2. Add the ground beef and brown lightly.
3. Blend in the flour.
4. Add the raisins through water; simmer, covered, 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
5. Add the peas, salt and pepper; reheat.
6. Serve on hot rice.