Beef with brandy

1/2 cup butter or margarine 3/4 pound mushrooms finely chopped 4-6 ounces smoked ham diced 1/2 cup scallions, spring or green onions minced 1/4 teaspoon salt[...]

2 T olive oil 1 1/2 pounds beef chuck, cut into 1 1/2 inch pieces Kosher salt and black pepper 2 medium onions cut into 1/2 inch wedges 4 cups low sodium[...]