In article >, Sqwertz
> wrote:

> Even Swanson's Beef Borth with a little extra Better Than Bullion(sp?)
> beef base added makes a perfectly acceptable french dip au jus.

A tablespoon or more of Better Than Bouillon (looked in the fridge for
spelling) and a couple of Herbox cubes makes a dandy broth for a beef
stew or soup without all the mess from browning the beef. I don't even
need much or any salt.

> http://www.flickr.com/photos/sqwertz...ream/lightbox/

Great photo as always.

leo