Beef Bourguignon

Ingredients

• 2 tsp (10 ml) minced garlic
• 2 tsp (10 ml) salt
• 2 lbs (.9 kg). lean cubed beef
• 3 tbsp (45 ml) flour
• 1-1/2 cups (350 ml) chopped onions
• 2 tbsp (30 ml) tomato paste
• 3 tbsp (45 ml) chopped parsley
• 1/2 tsp (2 ml) pepper
• 1 cup (225 ml) red wine
• 1 tbsp (15 ml) brandy
• 1 lb (.5 kg). pearl onions
• 1 lb (.5 kg). large mushrooms, quartered
• 1/2 lb (.2 kg). carrots, cut in chunks
• 6 medium sized potatoes, boiled and cubed