Beef Stew without beer

1 1/2 lbs defatted beef roast , cut in 3/4 in. chunks 2 tablespoons olive oil salt and pepper, to taste 1 large onion (about 2 cups, coarsely chopped) 2[...]

4 tablespoons olive oil 3 1/2 lbs boneless beef chuck roast , trimmed, cut into 2 1/2-inch pieces 3 1/2 cups chopped onions 2 cups cabernet sauvignon wine 1[...]