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Neckbone Stew with Rice

Southern-style neckbone stew slow-simmered until tender and served over rice for a hearty comfort dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 2.5 lb pork or beef neck bones
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 carrots, sliced
  • 1 cup green beans
  • 1 cup corn kernels
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 0.5 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • Salt to taste
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • Cooked white rice for serving

Instructions

  1. Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat and brown the neck bones on all sides.
  2. Remove neck bones and sauté onion in the same pot until soft, then add garlic.
  3. Stir in tomato paste and cook briefly.
  4. Return neck bones to the pot and add vegetables, spices, broth, and water.
  5. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 2 to 2.5 hours until tender.
  6. Mix flour with water to form a slurry and stir into the stew.
  7. Simmer uncovered until thickened and serve over rice.

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