Beet, Beef, And Fruit Stew

3 tb Corn oil
1/8 ts Ground turmeric
2 md (1 cup) onions, sliced
2 lb Boneless beef chuck, cut into 1-in cubes
2 c Water
1 ts Salt, or to taste
1/8 ts Pepper
1 lb Cooked beets, peeled & slice 1/4-in thick
1 Fresh quince, peeled & sliced into 3-in lengths 1/4-in thick
1 lb Prunes, just covered in water for 1 hr

Heat oil in a pan, add turmeric & onions, & stir-fry over moderate heat for 2 mins. Add beef cubes & stir-fry for 5 mins to brown. Add water, salt, & pepper & bring to a boil. Cover pan and simmer over low heat for 15 mins. Add beets, quince, & prunes w/soaking liquid & cook slowly for 2 hrs. There should be some sauce left at end of cooking time. Serve warm w/rice, bread, & table pickles. Serves 6 to 8 with other dishes.

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