INGREDIENTS
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1 1/2 pounds stew meat
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salt and pepper
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2 tablespoons oil
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10 baby bella mushrooms, quartered
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3 cups mirepoix (just a combination of chopped onion, celery, and carrots)
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6-8 cloves garlic, minced
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6 cups low sodium beef broth (or vegetable)
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1 cup water
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2 bay leaves
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1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
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1 large potato, shredded (using a food processor or grater)
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2/3 cup pearl barley, rinsed