Beef Stroganoff

1. 1

   Cut filet of beef into thin strips, sprinkle them generously with salt and pepper, and let them stand for 2 hours in a cool place or in the refrigerator.

2. 2

   Blend flour with 2 Tbs butter in a saucepan over low heat until the roux bubbles and is smooth.

3. 3

   Gradually stir in beef stock and cook the mixture until it begins to thicken.

4. 4

   Boil it for 2 minutes.

5. 5

   Add sour cream alternately with tomato juice or paste, stirring constantly.

6. 6

   Simmer the sauce very gently, without boiling it.

7. 7

   Saute the strips of beef in a skillet in 3 Tbs grated onion.

8. 8

   Add the contents of the skillet to the sauce, taste for seasoning, and simmer the meat gently without boiling, for 20 minutes.

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