1.   Raise the heat slightly and add the bell peppers.

2.   Add clams and wine, raise heat to high, and cover.

3.   Add mushrooms, and raise heat to medium-high.

4.   Add the mushrooms and raise the heat to high.

5.   Add vermouth and raise heat to medium-high.

6.   Add all but a tablespoon of sherry and raise heat to high.

7.   Add stock and raisins, raise heat to high and bring liquid to a boil.

8.   Add the beef and raise the heat to high.

9.   Add the broth and raise the heat to high.

10.   Add the water, cover, and raise the heat to medium.