Beef With Mushrooms

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   Preheat oven to 500; line a heavy baking sheet with heavy foil; coat with cooking spray.

2. 2

   Pat the meat chunks dry with paper towels.

3. 3

   Combine the salt and flour in a plastic zip-lock bag; add the meat chunks and shake until coated with flour; then shake off the excess.

4. 4

   Arrange the meat chunks in a single layer on the baking sheet with a little space in between so they brown properly.

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   Bake for 20 minutes until browned; decrease heat to 350.

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   Remove the beef from the oven and transfer to a heavy 3-quart Dutch oven.

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   Pour a small amount of water into the pan and, with a rubber spatula, stir to scrape up the browned bits.

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   Pick up the edges of the foil and carefully pour over the beef.

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   Add the remaining water, carrots, fresh mushrooms, dried morels, onions, and 1/2 cup chopped parsley to the pot.

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    Cover tightly and bake for 2 1/2 to 3 hours, until the meat is very tender (Check every hour or so, may need to add more water).

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    Remove from the oven and sprinkle with parsley before serving.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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