Beef Stew - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 lb. beef chuck, trimmed and cut into 1 in. cubes (bite size)
2 tsp. vegetable oil
2 lg. yellow onions, thinly sliced (about 3 c.)
2 c. sliced mushrooms
2 cloves garlic, minced
1- 6 oz. can of tomato paste
2 c. beef broth
4 c. sliced carrots
2 med. russet potatoes, thinly sliced (about 2 c.)
1 c. 1 in. green bean pieces
1 Tbsp. cornstarch
1 Tbsp. cold water
1/4 c. chopped fresh parsley
1 bay leaf
1 seasoning packet for beef stew

Preparation

In a large non-stick pot, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add beef; saute until browned, about 6 minutes. Place on plate.