1. Toss beef with herbs, paprika, 2 teaspoons salt and the ground black pepper. Heat the oil in bottom of heavy stew pot over medium-high heat. Brown the beef; transfer to a bowl and set aside. 2. Melt butter in same pot. Add chopped onion; cook 7 to 8 minutes until onions begin to brown. Add garlic during last 2 minutes of cooking time. Add reserved meat and accumulated juices, bay leaf, wine and water. Bring to a boil. Cover, lower to a strong simmer and cook for 1 hour. 3. After 1 hour, taste, (will taste very “winey” - will not taste this way in another hour) and if needed, add 1 teaspoon salt. Then add bullion cube. Stir and bring back to simmer. Cover and simmer for 1 more hour, until beef is tender. (liquid will reduce). 4. Stir in vegetables and beef broth; simmer 15 – 30 minutes more. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------
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