OLD FASHIONED BEEF STEW RECIPE

2 tablespoons olive oil

2 pounds cubed beef stew meat

2 tablespoons all-purpose flour

4 cups water

2 cups beef broth

½ teaspoon salt

½ teaspoon ground black pepper

4 cups cubed potatoes

2 cups chopped carrots

1 teaspoon dried rosemary

1 cup fresh corn kernels (optional)

1 cup fresh green beans, cut into 1-inch pieces (optional)

1 cup chopped turnip (optional)

2 cups chopped fresh tomatoes (optional)

Heat oil in a large pot.

Add beef and flour to the pot, stirring to coat the beef. Brown the beef.

Add water, beef broth, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 1 hour.

Stir in potatoes, carrots (or turnips), and rosemary. Simmer for 1-2 hours.

Add corn, green beans (if using), and simmer for an additional 30 minutes.