Beef Stew With Wild Mushrooms

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This is one of the best tasting stews i've made recently. I brown the meat in 4 batches using 1 t oil each. Boy, do i like sopping up" the juice with a nice hearty piece of bread. Ummmmm!"!

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Steps

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Place flour , salt and pepper in a shallow dish.

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Heat 1 t oil in heavy medium pot or dutch oven over medium high heat.

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Working in batches coat meat with flour mixture , place in pot and brown evenly , remove and set aside in medium bowl.

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Add additional oil as needed while browning remaining meat.

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After beef is browned , add onions and saute until transparent.

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Stir in tomato paste , then add wine.

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Bring to a boil and deglaze pot , scraping up any browned bits.

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Add broth , splenda brown sugarand beef with any accumulated juices.

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Bring to a boil.

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Cover partially , reduce heat and simmer 1 hour.

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Add potatoes and carrots , simmer uncovered 30 minutes.

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Add mushroom and continue simmering and 15-20 minutes until beef and vegetables are tender.

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Season to taste and serve.

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Ingredients

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flour, salt and pepper, extra virgin olive oil, beef stew meat, onions, tomato paste, dry white wine, beef broth, splenda brown sugar blend, potatoes, wild mushroom, carrots