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Preheat a large heavy-bottomed sauce pan over medium high heat with oil and butter.
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While pan is heating, arrange flour on a large dish.
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Season the cubed beef with some salt and pepper, then toss to coat.
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Shake of excess flour, then add beef in a single layer to pan, being careful not to over crowd.
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You might have to work in batches.
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Thoroughly brown beef on all sides.
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Remove to a plate and reserve.
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Add wine to the pan and bring up to a simmer.
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Scrape the bottom of the pan to loosen tasty bits.
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Add meat once wine is hot.
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Add thyme, smashed garlic, orange zest strip, ground cloves, salt and pepper to taste, and bay leaves.
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Stir to combine.
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Add beef stock.
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Bring mixture to a boil then reduce to a simmer.
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Cook uncovered until the liquid starts to thicken, about 15-20 minute.
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Cover and cook on low heat for 2 1/2 hours.
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After 2 hours, add potatoes, carrots, onions, and a pinch of sugar to balance out the acid in the wine.
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Turn up heat and simmer, uncovered for 30 minutes, until the vegetables are tender.
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Add the peas during the last minute of cooking.
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Season with salt and pepper.
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Remove thyme sprigs and orange peel.
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Serve with crusty peasant bread.
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Garnish with fresh chopped parsley.