INGREDIENTS
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3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
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1 1/2-2 lbs lean stewing beef (cubed round or your preferred cut)
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2 -3 tablespoons cooking oil
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3 1/2 cups beef broth (or 3 cups beef broth plus 1/2 cup dry red wine)
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1 medium onion, sliced
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2 garlic cloves, minced
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1/2 teaspoon dried basil, crushed
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1/2 teaspoon dried thyme, crushed
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2 1/4 cups peeled cubed potatoes
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2 cups carrots, sliced thickly
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1 cup sliced celery (optional)
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2 cups sliced green beans (OR 1 1/2 cups peas)
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salt and pepper