Coconut Curry Beef Stew

Liberally season beef cubes with salt and pepper. Melt butter and oil in a large, heavy-bottomed pan on medium high heat (not smoking hot). Brown cubed beef in batches. After browning, place each batch on a large plate.

Place onion in the bottom of crockpot and top with the browned beef. Add the sweet potatoes and carrots.

In a bowl, whisk together the coconut milk, curry powder, ginger, coriander, garlic powder, Pioneer® Sugar, fish sauce and a little salt and pepper. Pour over beef and vegetables (if added).

Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours or about 5-6 hours on high (time will vary by crockpot). Adjust seasoning if necessary, adding a little more sugar, spices and/or some salt and pepper, to taste. Serve with freshly cooked white, brown or Jasmine rice.