This beef stew has made regular appearances at the dinner table for as long as I can remember. It is an adaptation of the Portuguese carne guisada. It has some additions such as the pasta and the vegetables that are not commonly found in a traditional carne guisada, but make it a heartier meal. This is a great stew; broth is slightly spicy, the potatoes fall apart when you poke them with a fork and the meat is tender. This is a great dish on a chilly day in the winter or on any day that you just want a fairly quick but filling meal. I suggest serving the dish with a piece of bread for dunking in the broth.
