Beef Stew

Heat oil in a heavy kettle. Saute garlic and onions until golden.

Remove. Mix flour, salt and pepper. Dredge meat in mixture and brown well in the same oil, adding more if needed. Return onion to pot. Add dill weed, wine and consomme. Cover tightly and simmer about 1-1/2 hours or until tender. Cook artichokes one minute less than package directions; add to meat. Melt butter, add mushrooms and saute 5 min. Add to meat. Mix gently, correct seasoning and pour into a 2-1/2 quart casserole. Crown with biscuits and bake

15-20 min. in 400° oven. 5 min. before done, brush biscuits with butter and sprinkle with cheese. Bake extra biscuits for dunking 6 servings.