Russian Beef Stroganoff

Directions

Cut the beef into ½ inch strips; put in a plastic bag with 3 tablespoons of flour and the salt.

Shake until the meat is evenly coated. In a heavy skillet or Dutch oven, heat oil; add the meat strips and brown slowly, stirring often. Add the onion, garlic, Coca-Cola and ¼ cup of water; mix well. Cover andsimmer for 30 to 45 minutes or until the meat is fork tender. In a bowl, mix the 2 tablespoons of flour with the ½ cup of water until smooth. Stir into the meat along with the Worcestershire sauce and the undrained mushrooms. Stir and cook until thickened, 2 to 3 minutes. (If making ahead for reheating later, do not add the sour cream now. Reheat, then complete the recipe directions. ) Stir in the sour cream and heat gently just until the gravy simmers. Sprinkle with parsley and serve over mashed potatoes, noodles or rice.