3 to 4 lb. beef round or chuck steak

Steak should be 1 1/2 inches thick, cut into 1 1/2-inch cubes.

1/3 c. flour
1 tsp. salt
2 to 3 carrots, pared, split lengthwise and cut in half
2 lg. stalks celery, cut into 1-inch pieces
6 sm. white onions
6 to 8 sm. new potatoes, peeled
1 (4 oz.) can sliced mushrooms, drained
1 (10 oz.) pkg. frozen peas, corn, green beans or lima beans, partially thawed
1 (10 1/2 oz.) can condensed beef broth
1/2 c. water
2 tsp. brown sugar
2 tsp. Kitchen Bouquet
1 (14 1/2 oz.) can tomato wedges or slices, drained (optional)
1/4 c. flour
1/4 c. water

If beef is extra lean, thoroughly wipe cubed beef on absorbent towels to dry. If meat contains fat, quickly brown in large skillet to sear and remove fat; drain well.

Place beef cubes in crock-pot. Combine 1/3 cup flour with the salt and pepper; toss with beef to coat thoroughly. Add all vegetables except tomato wedges to crock-pot and mix well. Combine beef broth, 1/2 cup water, sugar and Kitchen Bouquet. Pour over meat and vegetables; stir carefully. Add drained tomatoes and stir well. Cover and cook on low setting for 10 to 14 hours (on high setting for 4 to 5 1/2 hours).

One hour before serving, turn to high setting. Make a smooth paste of 1/4 cup flour and 1/4 cup water; stir into crock-pot. Cover and cook until thickened. 8 to 10 servings.