"A hearty stew can sure hit the spot on a blustery day. This recipe offers lots of fun, hands-on work for a houseful of cooks. And because beef stew is meant to cook slowly, kids will discover the merit of having a little patience...."
INGREDIENTS
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1-1/2 pound stew beef, cut into bite-size pieces
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1/4 cup plus 3 tablespoons flour
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4 tablespoons vegetable oil
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1 large onion, coarsely chopped
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1 rib celery, thinly sliced
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2 to 3 cloves garlic, minced
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3 cups low-sodium beef broth
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1 cup tomato juice or vegetable juice
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3/4 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste
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2 bay leaves
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2 large all-purpose potatoes, cut into chunks
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2 carrots, peeled and sliced into thin rounds
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2 cups fresh green beans, in bite-size pieces
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1 teaspoon dried thyme
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1 teaspoon dried oregano
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Black pepper, to taste
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1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
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1 tablespoon light brown sugar