Beef Stew

Ingredients

• 1 lb. top boneless round steak
• 1/4 c. all-purpose flour
• 1/4 tsp. pepper
• 3/4 c. chopped onion
• 1 Tbsp. vegetable oil
• 3 c. water
• 1/2 c. finely chopped carrots
• 1/4 c. finely chopped celery
• 2 Tbsp. minced parsley
• 1/8 tsp. dried whole thyme
• 1/2 tsp. salt (optional)
• 2 c. cubed potatoes
• 1 c. sliced carrots
• 1 c. each: chopped onion and peas