2 lb. lean beef chuck, well-trimmed, cut into cubes
1/4 c. all-purpose flour
1/8 tsp. pepper
2 tbsp. oil
1/2 c. chopped onion
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 tsp. thyme
1/4 tsp. basil
1/4 tsp. oregano
1/8 tsp. rosemary
1/8 tsp. marjoram
1 tbsp. chopped parsley
1/2 c. dry red table wine
1 c. water
2 c. finely chopped fresh tomatoes
2 c. diced raw carrots
3 c. diced raw potatoes

Coat beef with flour and pepper. Brown meat in oil. Add onion and garlic; cook until tender. Pour off fat. Add thyme, basil, oregano, rosemary, marjoram, parsley, wine and water. Cover and simmer 1 hour, stirring occasionally, adding more water if necessary. Add tomatoes and simmer 1 additional hour. Add carrots and potatoes. Simmer 30 minutes. Makes 9 servings. 210 calories per serving.