Quick Meat Stock

• 1 large onion, chopped
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 pound

Cook the onion in the vegetable oil in a medium saucepan over low heat, covered, stirring occasionally, until soft, about 5 minutes. Then raise the heat to medium and cook, stirring often to prevent burning, until the onion is “caramelized” and a deep golden brown, about 15 minutes. Remove and set aside.

Put the beef in the same pan and sear over high heat until crusty and browned. Then