A favorite dish from my childhood, my mother’s “Steak & Greens Beans”. Made with garden fresh ingredients, makes it better than ever. (serves 4) 4 – 6 oz.Wild Idea Buffalo Steaks or, 1 package Stew Meat, or Steak Strips 1 – Tb. olive oil 1 – tsp. salt 1 – Tb. pepper 1 – onion, chopped 2 – cloves garlic, chopped 3 – ripe tomatoes, chopped 2 – Tb. fresh herbs ( basil, oregano & thyme) 1 – cup vegetable stock 4 – potatoes, quartered 2 – handfuls of green beans Pre-heat oven to 350* Rinse steaks or other cuts and pat dry. Rub steaks with half the olive oil and season with salt & pepper. In heavy pot or casserole, over medium high heat, sear steaks on both sides to brown. Remove & set aside. Add remaining olive oil, onion, bell pepper, & garlic to pan, and sauté for 4 minutes. Add the chopped tomatoes, herbs, and stock, and bring to full heat. Add potatoes and steaks, and push into the tomatoes. Cover and place in a 375* pre-heated oven. Braise meat for 30 minutes. Add green beans, cover and braise for an additional 15 minutes. Remove from oven and season to taste. Serve with crusty French bread. Delicious! Wine Pairing: We had this with a couple of different Shiraz’s, Penfolds & Wolf Blass, Australia. Both were very good. Full and round with hints of plum & spice, and at an excellent price!