Beef Stew

Directions

1. 1
   Cut beef in small cubes, place whole wheat flour, salt, pepper, oregano and basil in a large plastic container with a tight fitting lid.
2. 2
   Shake contents so they mix.
3. 3
   add cubed meat and shake until it is coated.
4. 4
   Meanwhile in a large dutch oven heat oil and saute the garlic until soft.
5. 5
   Add remaining vegetables except canned potatoes and cook 5 minutes longer.
6. 6
   Add to cooking vegetables cookuntil meat is tender.
7. 7
   You will notice the mixtures is getting sticky.
8. 8
   This is caused by flour seasoning on meat.
9. 9
   Add chicken stock and light beer.
10. 10
    Bring to boil and reduce heat to a simmer.
11. 11
    Add canned drained potatoes.
12. 12
    Don't be tempted to substiture regular potaotoes they get to mushy.
13. 13
    Cook over low heat another 30 minutes.