Beef Stew

Directions

1. 1
   Brown meat in butter or margarine in heavy saucepot.
2. 2
   Add 2 cups water; bring to boil.
3. 3
   Cover; simmer until meat is almost tender, about 1 hour.
4. 4
   Add carrots and onions; cover and cook 20 minutes.
5. 5
   Add peas.
6. 6
   Cook 15 minutes longer, or until meat and vegetables are tender.
7. 7
   Drain meat and vegetables, reserving stock.
8. 8
   Refrigerate stock until fat hardens.
9. 9
   Cover meat and vegetables and refrigerate.
10. 10
    Remove and discard hardened fat.
11. 11
    Add enough water to make 4 cups stock.
12. 12
    Gradually blend about 1 cup stock into flour.
13. 13
    Pour into pot with remaining stock, salt and pepper.
14. 14
    Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until mixture comes to a boil.
15. 15
    Mix in beef and vegetables.
16. 16
    Simmer about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
17. 17
    Yields 6 servings.