My Beef Stew

Directions

1. 1
   Flour meat; brown in 2 tablespoons bacon drippings, turning until brown.
2. 2
   Add onion, celery and bell pepper.
3. 3
   Cover and let simmer on low 10 minutes.
4. 4
   Add 1 can tomato soup and beef bouillon cubes and water until pot is half full.
5. 5
   Using a pressure cooker, pressure mixture before adding carrots and potatoes.
6. 6
   If not, cook mixture 1 to 2 hours before adding carrots and potatoes on low with lid on to tenderize meat.
7. 7
   After carrots and potatoes have been added and almost done, blend 2 tablespoons cornstarch with 1/2 cup water.
8. 8
   Add to pot to thicken mixture and finish cooking.