Created by lazyme on March 13, 2015
Step 1: Heat olive oil in heavy large pot over high heat.
Step 2: Sprinkle beef with salt and pepper.
Step 3: Working in batches, add to pot and saute until browned on all side, about 6 minutes. Transfer beef to bowl.
Step 4: Add 2 cups onions to same pot; saute 2 minutes. Add garlic; saute 1 minute.
Step 5: Add wine; boil until reduced by half, about 3 minutes.
Step 6: Return beef and any accumulated juices to pot. Add broth and next 6 ingredients; bring to boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer 1 hour.
Step 7: Meanwhile, melt 2 tablespoons butter in heavy large skillet over medium-high heat. Add remaining 1 cup onions, carrots, and celery; saute 4 minutes. Transfer to bowl.
Step 8: Melt 1 tablespoon butter in same skillet over medium-high heat.
Step 9: Add taro, daikon, and shiitake mushrooms; saute 4 minutes.
Step 10: Transfer onion mixture and taro mixture to pot with beef.
Step 11: Simmer until beef is almost tender, about 40 minutes.
Step 12: Mix remaining 1 tablespoon butter and flour in small bowl until well combined. Whisk into stew.
Step 13: Simmer until beef is very tender and juices thicken, about 10 minutes longer.
Step 14: Season stew to taste with salt and pepper. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Refrigerate uncovered until cold, then cover and keep refrigerated. Bring to simmer before continuing).
Step 15: Sprinkle stew with parsley and serve.