Beef Stew

1 1/2 lbs beef stew meat or cubed roast. Coat in flour and brown in 2-3 Tbs canola oil.

Add: 1 or 2 chopped onions
1 cup chopped celery
Saute with meat until onions are translucent (but not burned!)
Add:
6 large potatoes, washed and cubed
5-6 medium carrots, cut into chunks

1 can beef broth
1 can cream of mushroom soup
3-4 cups water
1 can tomato sauce
1 pkg lipton onion soup mix
1/2 tsp minced garlic
1/4 tsp garlic powder
1/4 tsp Thyme
1 Tbs red wine vinegar

Simmer till veggies are tender, or cover tightly with foil and put in a 325 oven for 2 1/2-3 hours.
Cook peas and add before serving, as desired