Beef Casserole Stew

Ingredients

• 2 1/2 to 3 lb. beef chuck, cut into 2-inch chunks
• 1/4 c. flour
• 4 medium potatoes, peeled and quartered
• 6 medium carrots, cut in 2-inch chunks
• 3 ribs celery, cut in 1-inch chunks
• 3 medium onions, chopped
• 1 c. water
• 1/4 c. dry sherry
• 1/4 c. soy sauce
• 1 or 2 green peppers, chopped
• 1/2 tsp. salt
• 1/2 tsp. pepper