Heat a large dutch oven until very hot and add the beef cubes. Sear--when browne d all over add the red onions and garlic and saute for a minute or two with the beef. Add the wine and allow to cook on high heat for one minute, lower heat to just above a simmer, add the tomatoes and stir---> to incorporate the ingredient s in the tomatoes. Add the rest of the ingredients, except the salt and pepper, give them a few good stirs and cook for about 2 hours, or until the beef is tend er, stirring frequently. Check often to insure that there is liquid in the pot. If you see it drying out, add some water, half cup at a time. Cook with the pot partially covered for the entire time. Taste and adjust seasoning with herbs, salt and pepper and enjoy! I hope this recipe helps! Formatted by Elaine Radis BGMB90B; October, 1993 Posted, November 1991