Beef with stems

1 1/2 lbs beef stew meat , cut into 3/4-inch pieces or 1 1/2 lbs venison 1/2 cup flour 2 -3 tablespoons shortening (add more if need be) salt & pepper, season[...]

    (sung to the Christmas Carol) 12 x stems of parsley 11 x black peppercorns 10 x onions , quartered 9 x carrots , chunky 8 c. of red wine 7 c. of beef[...]