Hearty Beef and Mushroom Soup

• bay leaf1
• beef stew meat0.75 pound
• beef broth1 can
• golden mushroom soup1 can
• garlic4 cloves
• kale4 cups
• merlot1 cup
• mushroom1 package
• olive oil2 teaspoons
• onion1 medium
• water3 cups
• worcestershire sauce1 tablespoon

Instructions

1. 1

   Heat large saucepan or dutch oven over medium heat with olive oil.

2. 2

   Add onion and garlic and cook 5 minutes until softened.

3. 3

   Add stew meat and brown.

4. 4

   Add merlot, beef broth, water, Worcestershire, and bay leaves.

5. 5

   Simmer for 40 minutes until meat is tender.

6. 6

   Add kale and mushrooms.

7. 7

   Simmer another 15 minutes until kale and mushrooms are tender.

8. 8

   Add mushroom soup and simmer until 5 minutes to heat through.