Beef Stew - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 lb. beef
1 1/2 c. sliced carrots
1 large onion, sliced
5 medium potatoes, cubed
1 Tbsp. oil
2 Tbsp. butter
2 Tbsp. flour
2 c. water
salt and pepper to taste

Preparation

Cut beef into small cubes.
Heat oil on medium heat.
Brown beef.
Add water, salt and pepper; cover and simmer over low heat for 1 1/2 hours.
After meat is tender, add remaining vegetables and continue cooking until vegetables are tender.
Mix butter and flour; stir into hot liquid.
Cook until thickened.