Beef Stew

Directions

1. 1
   Trim any excess fat from the meat.
2. 2
   Combine flour and seasonings.
3. 3
   Coat the meat with flour.
4. 4
   Brown in hot oil in heavy kettle.
5. 5
   Sprinkle any remaining flour over meat.
6. 6
   Combine tomato paste and beef broth, then pour over meat.
7. 7
   Braise onions and vegetables in oil.
8. 8
   Cook slowly until golden.
9. 9
   Add vegetables to meat mixture.
10. 10
    Cover and cook slowly until the meat is tender, about 2 or 3 hours.
11. 11
    Stir occasionally.