Greek Beef Stew

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Greek Beef Stew

1 1/2 lbs stewing beef, cut in 1" pieces
3 tbsp. vegetable oil
1 c. chopped onions
1 clove garlic, minced
6oz. tomato paste
1 1/2 c. water
1 c. thinly sliced carrots
1/4 c. red wine
3 tbsp. minced parsley
1/2 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. pepper
2 1/2 c. large corkscrew macaroni
1 c. shredded cheddar cheese
1/4 c. butter

In Dutch oven or heavy skillet, cook beef, onion, garlic in oil until beef loses its redness.
Stir in onions, garlic tomato paste, water, carrots, wine, and parsley. Cover and simmer 1 hour, stirring occasionally.
Cook macaroni to package directions.
Drain.
Toss hot cooked macaroni with cheese and butter.
Arrange on large serving platter.
Spoon meat mixture over.
Serves 6.