OLD FASHIONED BEEF STEW

Mix 2 tbs of plain flour with 1/2 tsp of salt  and 1/4 tsp of ground black pepper .
Place in a cellophane bag and add 500g of boneless stewing steak, cut into 2.5 cubes and shake till the meat is coated .
Heat 2 tbs of rice bran oil in a large saucepan over a medium high heat , add the beef and brown it on all sides , turning frequently for 5 minutes .
Transfer the beef to a large plate .
Add 2 large onions coarsely chopped to the pot and saute till the onions soften .
Add 175 gm of whole button mushrooms , saute and stir until lightly golden .
Return the beef to the pot and add 500gm of potatoes peeled and cut into cubes , 8 medium sized carrots and sliced about 1.5 cm .
Add 2and 1/4 cups of beef stock , 1 cup of dry red wine , 1 whole bay leaf , 1/2 tsp of dried thyme .
bring the mixture to the boil , reduce heat , cover and simmer for 1 hour .
Then add 3 medium sized parsnips , peeled and quartered , cover and cook for 15 minutes .
Add 400gm of fresh Brussels sprouts and continue to cook for 20 minutes or until the vegetables are tender .
Remove the bay leaf and stir through 1/4 cup of finely chopped parsley ..
and there you have it....... a one dish meal .