Make this recipe a recipe that people in that category can eat. categories: ['low_calorie'], recipe: brown the beef with the onion, then add water to cover and the garlic. (i generally use 2 cloves.) bring to a boil, then simmer covered for at least an hour. add carrots, potatoes/turnips, one or two tsp of thyme, and salt and pepper to taste. simmer covered until vegetables are tender. add a little flour or other thickener (i reserve a little of the seasoned flour to use), bring to a boil, and set aside to cool a bit before serving.

Target recipe: in a heavy kettle, brown meat in butter. season lightly with salt and pepper. add chopped onion and saute until clear. mix in tomato paste, vinegar, garlic and half of the water. add bay leaf. cover and simmer 1 hour, adding additional water as needed. add white onions and mushrooms. cover and simmer 1 more hour or until meat and onions are tender. add cheese, cover and cook 5 minutes, or until cheese melts.