Old-Fashioned Beef Stew From the Kitchen of Fannie Farmer Cookbook, 2007-01-04 Rich and hearty stew made the old-fashioned way. For a thicker soup, you can add barley or rice for the last 30 minutes.

Prep Time:  30 minutes Cook Time:  2 hours Categories:  American  Dinner Yields:  6 servings

Directions

1. Sear the cubed beef coated in flour in the olive oil high heat. When browned, remove from oil. Add minced celery, leek and carrots, cooking until soft.
2. Add beef, water, salt and pepper, boullion cubes, worcestershire sauce and bay leaves. Cook for 1 hour boiling on medium heat.
3. Add lima beans and potatoes to the mix. Cook for 15-20 minutes until potoates are soft.
4. Finally add diced tomatoes and cook for another 15-20 minutes. Eat and enjoy!