1-1/2 pounds sirloin steak, cut into 1-inch pieces
Salt and freshly-ground black pepper to taste
2 tablespoons butter, divided
8 ounces fresh mushrooms, sliced
1 large white onion, chopped
2 cups peeled baby carrots
1-1/2 tablespoons chopped fresh thyme or 2 teaspoons dried
2 cups dry red wine
2 cups beef broth
Recipe
1. Sprinkle beef with salt and pepper. Melt 1 tablespoon butter in a Dutch oven over medium heat. Add beef and saute until brown on all sides, about 3 minutes. Transfer beef to plate.
2. Melt remaining 1 tablespoon butter in the same pan over medium heat. Add mushrooms and onions. Saute until vegetables soften, about 5 minutes.
3. Return beef and any accumulated juices, carrots, thyme, wine and broth to pan; bring to boil, reduce heat, cover and simmer for 45 minutes, or until meat and carrots are tender.
4. Remove cover, increase heat and boil until broth is slightly thickened. Season stew to taste with salt and pepper.