Lunch: Old-World Sauerbraten Recipe

This recipe includes superfoods such as:

Lemon

Health benefits of Old-World Sauerbraten Recipe

Lemons can help to prevent oxidative damage to the body, which women with PCOS are often susceptible to. Lemons are also rich in vitamin C, flavonoids, and other antioxidants. They can potentially support the immune system and have other health benefits. Lemons also have a low glycemic index, so they should not cause a rapid rise in blood sugar when consumed in natural form.

Ingredients

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 beef rump roast or bottom round roast (5 to 6 pounds)
2 onions, sliced
1 cup white vinegar
2 cups water
1/4 cup lemon juice
3 bay leaves
6 whole cloves
2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
4 to 5 tablespoons ketchup
12 gingersnap cookies, crumbled

Instructions

In a Dutch oven, heat oil over medium-high. Brown beef on all sides. Add all remaining ingredients except gingersnaps; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer until beef is tender, about 3 hour.
During the last 30 minutes, stir in gingersnaps. Remove meat; discard bay leaves and cloves. While slicing meat, bring gravy to a boil to reduce and thicken.

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