1/3 c. flour
1 1/2 tsp. salt
1/8 tsp. pepper
1 1/2 lb. boneless stew beef, cut in 1" cubes
2 tbsp. fat or oil
3 c. water
3 med. size onions, sliced
4 med. potatoes, cut in 1" cubes
5 med. carrots, quartered
1 1/2 c. frozen peas
1/4 c. water

Combine flour, salt and pepper, coat meat with seasoned flour. Brown meat in hot fat in a 4 quart saucepan. Add water and cover tightly. Simmer until meat is tender, about 1 1/2 hours. Add onions, potatoes and carrots. Cover and simmer 15 minutes. Add peas. Cover and simmer until all vegetables are tender. Blend 1/4 cup water with remaining flour. Add to stew stirring gently; cook until thickened.