Roman Stew - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 lb lean beef
1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 lb fresh mushrooms, sliced
1/2 large onion, sliced
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup crushed tomatoes in puree
1/2 cup chopped parsley
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano leaves
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
salt
1/2 cup red wine
1/2 cup beef broth
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese

Preparation

Cut meat into 1-in cubes and brown in butter and oil over medium heat using a large pot. Remove.
Saute mushrooms for 3-4 minutes. Remove. Saute onion and garlic 3-4 minutes. Add tomatoes, parsley and seasonings. Simmer 5-19 minutes.
Add wine, broth, and cheese. Simmer 5 minutes longer. Stir in meat and mushrooms.
Cover and cook for 1 hour. Add a little water or broth if needed.
Good served with either rice cooked in broth or oven-roasted potatoes, broccoli and crisp rolls.