1 lb. boneless stew beef
Salt and pepper
Flour
Drippings
1 1/2 c. water
1 bay leaf
3 potatoes, diced
2 onions, sliced
3 carrots, diced
1 c. green beans

Cut meat into inch cubes. Sprinkle with salt and pepper, roll in flour and brown in drippings. Add water, cover, and simmer until almost tender (2 to 3 hours). Add vegetables, season with salt and pepper and continue to simmer, covered, until vegetables are done. Stir occasionally.