Good sized sirloin tip steak, cut in cubes
3/4 c. water
2 tbsp. beef base
1/2 c. red wine
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. pepper
1/4 tsp. garlic powder
1/4 tsp. thyme
1 tbsp. cornstarch

Brown meat in pan. Bring other ingredients (except cornstarch) to a boil in separate pot. Lower and thicken with cornstarch. Pour sauce over meat in casserole dish. Place in oven at 300 degrees for 3 hours or until meat tender. Serve with noodles or rice if preferred.