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[quote=Anonymous]I keep it simple, no real recipe.

Start with a pound or two of chuck roast or stew meat, cut into 1" cubes.  Using a Dutch oven or heavy pot, brown on all sides in a bit of oil.  You might need to do this in batches to avoid overcrowding the pot.

Move the meat to a dish, and add a chopped onion to the pot, with a splash more oil if needed.  Once the onion is soft, add a few cloves of chopped garlic.  Cook for another minute or two.  If you have a bottle of red wine open, add a half cup of so, and cook until it's reduced to a glaze.

Then put the meat back in the pot, add whatever seasonings (I use dried herbs, or a handful of fresh rosemary & thyme if I have them growing), grate some pepper into the pot, and add water or beef broth just to cover the meat.  Simmer over low, or transfer to the oven at 325, and cook for a couple of hours. Timing is not particular here, if it comes longer the meat just gets more tender.

Half hour before you want to serve it, peel and chop a couple of potatoes (I like Yukon gold, they hold their shape and are a little more creamy textured than russet) and carrots, add them to the pot & stir them in.  Sometimes I toss in some diced tomatoes too.

Just before serving, taste the broth, and add salt & pepper until it tastes good.  Chopped fresh parsley is a nice last -minute addition, but not necessary.[/quote]

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