Ingredients:
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp finely chopped onion
1 tbsp finely chopped carrot
1 tbsp finely chopped celery
20 ounces beef cut into cubes
1 cup chopped tomatoes
1/2 cup red wine
1 tsp thyme or bay leaves
Pinch of salt and pepper to taste
Directions:
In a medium saucepan, heat oil over medium heat. Sauté chopped onions, carrots and celery until onion is translucent, 6 to 7 minutes. Add cubed beef and raise heat to medium-high while stirring for about 6 minutes. add tomatoes, wine, thyme or bay leaves, salt and pepper. Bring to boil and lower heat. Simmer gently for 45 minutes while occasionally stirring.
Enjoy!
Photography: Quest and Mark