A Remake Of Beef Stroganoff (New and Improved)

Before I get into the recipe, I will remind you I am feeding a family of 9.  It can easily be cut in half.  
On the other hand this will give you ton's of leftovers for the following days or you could invite someone to join you for dinner.    

BEEF STROGANOFF 
(Almost like soup so serve in bowls) 

3-4 pounds ground beef (80% Grass fed)

1 med-large red onion, chopped

2 cups sliced mushrooms (I left these out tonight, but they make the flavor much better)

1 cup beef broth

2 14 oz cans of coconut milk (one light and one regular)

7 medium-large Zucchini, sliced very thin

3 large carrots, sliced very thin

6 large cloves of garlic, pressed in garlic press

1-2 tsp sea salt

1/2-3/4 tsp chili powder

1/2 tsp ground black pepper

1/2 tsp ground hot mustard powder

1/4 tsp cayenne pepper

1/2 tsp dried basil (or more, to taste)

a sprinkle of dried chives (at least 1/2 tsp if not more)

4-5 Bay leaves

  First chop your red onion and then add it to a large skillet along with the ground beef.  Brown the beef over med-high heat, cooking until the meat is browned and onions are tender.  Meanwhile, slice the carrots and zucchini length wise with  a vegetable peeler or mandolin.  You are trying to create thin Noodle type strips.  Once the meat has browned, (do not drain), then add the vegetables and all the remaining ingredients.  Bring to a boil, lower the  heat, cover and simmer for 25 minutes or more (in my case it was twice a long because I have so much in my pan.  I like to cook it for an extra 10 minutes uncovered after that. 

If you let it cook longer this will infuse the flavors more. 

This is a huge family hit, they all love it!    Dinner is served!  Yum!   This is also a very good example of an economical Paleo meal, I buy organic carrots in bulk and the zucchini is sometimes 2 for a dollar or even better grow your own.  Your most expensive ingredient is your meat.  This feeds our whole family and I usually serve it with a side of fruit for the kids, or an extra vegetable.