Beef Ragout with Grilled Bread
    			INGRÉDIENTS
- Ragout:
 - 1 lb lean beef roast such as round tip roast 500 g
 - 1 Tbsp canola oil 15 mL
 - 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
 - 4 cloves garlic, minced
 - 1 Tbsp dried Italian seasoning 15 mL
 - 1 medium eggplant, not peeled, cut into 1-inch (2.5 cm) cubes
 - 2 green bell peppers, chopped
 - 2 cans (15 oz/426 mL each) low-sodium crushed tomatoes
 - 1 cup red wine 250 mL
 - 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped 60 mL
 - Grilled Bread:
 - 12 slices whole grain Italian bread, sliced on bias, about 1-inch thick each
 - 1 Tbsp canola oil 15 mL
 
PRÉPARATION
- 1. In large, non-stick skillet, brown each side of beef roast in canola oil. Place roast in slow-cooker or large pot.
 - 2. Add onion, garlic, Italian seasoning, eggplant, peppers, tomatoes and red wine. Cook on low heat for 8-9 hours (or high heat for 4-5) until beef is tender and has internal temperature of 145 °F (65 °C).*
 - 3. When beef is cooked, shred with fork.
 - 4. To prepare grilled bread: Brush bread with canola oil and grill for 1-2 minutes on each side, until toasted.
 - 5. To serve top ragout with parsley. Serve with grilled bread.
 - *Note: If preparing on stovetop, use a large pot (8-quart) and bring ragout ingredients, except parsley, to boil and simmer covered for at least 30 minutes.
 
RENDEMENT
6 servings
PORTION
1.5 cups (375 mL) ragout
VALEUR NUTRITIVE
Per Serving
| Calories | 340 | 
| Lipides | 10 g | 
| Gras saturés | 2.5 g | 
| Cholestérol | 60 mg | 
| Glucides | 29 g | 
| Fibres | 7 g | 
| Sucres | 9 g | 
| Protéines | 25 g | 
| Sodium | 210 mg | 
| Potassium | 640 mg |