Old-Fashioned Beef Stew

Directions

1. 1
   Coat beef with flour, shaking off excess.
2. 2
   In a
3. 3
   large nonstick pot, heat oil over medium heat. Add beef.
4. 4
   Saute until brown, about 6 minutes.
5. 5
   Place on a plate.
6. 6
   Add onion and mushrooms to pot.
7. 7
   Saute for 6 minutes. Add garlic and saute, stirring for 1 minute.
8. 8
   Pour off fat. Return beef to pot. Stir in tomato paste, then broth. Add enough water to cover. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low.
9. 9
   Simmer until beef is tender, about 1 1/4 hours. Skim off any foam.
10. 10
    Add carrots, potatoes and green beans.
11. 11
    Cover partially. Simmer 15 minutes.
12. 12
    In a small bowl, mix cornstarch and cold water. Stir into stew. Increase heat and boil, uncovered, 1 minute. Sprinkle with parsley and serve.