Beef Stew(Homemade) - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 lb. beef stew meat, cut into small pieces
1 Tbsp. shortening
1 c. sliced carrots
2 c. potatoes, cut into wedges
1 1/2 c to 2 qt. water
1 1/2 to 2 Tbsp. cornstarch
1 large onion, chopped
1 c. peas, drained
1/2 tsp. Worcestershire sauce
2 Tbsp. Kitchen Bouquet
salt and pepper to taste

Preparation

Brown meat and onion in 1 tablespoon shortening.
Add carrots, peas and potatoes; add water, Worcestershire sauce, salt and pepper.
Cook on medium heat, stirring occasionally (approximately 2 to 2 1/2 hours).
Add Kitchen Bouquet; mix cornstarch in small glass of water until dissolved.
Pour into beef stew and cook until thickened.