Beef With Mushrooms

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 500; line a heavy baking sheet with heavy foil; coat with cooking spray.
2. 2
   Pat the meat chunks dry with paper towels.
3. 3
   Combine the salt and flour in a plastic zip-lock bag; add the meat chunks and shake until coated with flour; then shake off the excess.
4. 4
   Arrange the meat chunks in a single layer on the baking sheet with a little space in between so they brown properly.
5. 5
   Bake for 20 minutes until browned; decrease heat to 350.
6. 6
   Remove the beef from the oven and transfer to a heavy 3-quart Dutch oven.
7. 7
   Pour a small amount of water into the pan and, with a rubber spatula, stir to scrape up the browned bits.
8. 8
   Pick up the edges of the foil and carefully pour over the beef.
9. 9
   Add the remaining water, carrots, fresh mushrooms, dried morels, onions, and 1/2 cup chopped parsley to the pot.
10. 10
    Cover tightly and bake for 2 1/2 to 3 hours, until the meat is very tender (Check every hour or so, may need to add more water).
11. 11
    Remove from the oven and sprinkle with parsley before serving.