Veal Stew with Fennel

6 Servings


3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 1/2 pounds veal steaks, cut into 1-inch cubes
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, (optional)
1 onion, chopped
1/4 cup water
3 green onions, chopped
1/2 teaspoon crushed fennel seeds
20 ounces spinach
GARNISH
1 cut into 6 wedges lemon

Place oil in a stockpot or heavy kettle over medium-high heat. Add veal and brown on all sides. Season meat with pepper. Stir in onion and sauté until limp but not brown. Add water, green onions and fennel seed to the pot. Reduce heat and cover. Simmer about 1 hour, or until meat is tender. Add more water if necessary during cooking. Cook spinach omitting salt. Arrange meat on a heated serving platter and surround with a border of spinach. Garnish with lemon wedges.

Amount Per Serving
Calories 273 Calories from Fat 115
Percent Total Calories From:
Fat 42% Protein 47% Carb. 11%

Nutrient  Amount per  Serving   Value
                                     
Total Fat              13   g     20%
Saturated Fat           2   g     12%
Cholesterol            96   mg    32%
Sodium                145   mg     6%
Total Carbohydrate      7   g      2%
Dietary Fiber           1   g      4%
Sugars                  0   g        
Protein                32   g        

Vitamin A 127% Vitamin C 57% Calcium 0% Iron 21%