Beef Stew

1. 1

   Brown meat in 2 tbsp olive oil for about 15 minutes.

2. 2

   While the meat cooks chop the red onion and fry it in 1 tbsp olive oil until translucent and fragrant 5 -7 mins.Add the cumin and fry for 30 more seconds. Add garlic and fry for 1 more minute.

3. 3

   Chop parnsnip , turnip , rutabaga,cellery,carrot and set aside. Bring together the meat and the onions, the red wine, the water+ beef base ( or stock) and cook on low for 1.5 hrs

4. 4

   For the last hour add the chopped vegetables

5. 5

   15-20 minutes before the end of cooking add the cubed potatoes and scallions salt and pepper

6. 6

   Add cilantro and parsley before turning off the stove.

7. 7

   Serve with polenta or just a good italian bread

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