Beef Stew - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 lb. beef chuck, cut into 1 1/2-inch cubes
1 small can tomato sauce
2 c. water
1/4 tsp. thyme
6 diced carrots
6 potatoes, cubed
1 small can green peas
1/4 tsp. pepper
2 bay leaves

Preparation

Flour meat cubes.
Put in thick pan with 2 tablespoons fat and brown.
Pour in liquid, cover tightly and cook over low heat until almost tender (about 1 1/2 hours).
Add spices and raw vegetables; cook 30 to 45 minutes longer.
Just before vegetables are tender, add the peas.
Serves 6.