1 lb. lean beef
1 tbsp. butter
1 tbsp. olive oil
1/2 lb. fresh mushrooms, sliced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 can tomato puree
1/2 cup chopped parsley
1/2 tsp. dried oregano leaves
Salt, to taste
1/2 cup beef broth
1/2 cup water
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Cut meat into 1-inch cubes; brown in butter and oil over medium high heat. Remove.

Sauté sliced mushrooms and garlic for 3 to 4 minutes. Add tomato puree, parsley and seasonings. Simmer for 5 to 10 minutes. Add beef broth and water and cheese. Simmer for 5 minutes longer. Stir in meat and mushrooms.

Cover and cook for 1 hour. Add a little water or broth if needed. Serve over cooked pasta.