Beef Stew

1 1/2 pounds Beef Stew Meat.
1 Bag Frozen Stew Vegetables.
1 Small Bag Baby Carrots or about 5-6 Large Carrots cut-up in chunks.
4-5 Potatoes cut in chunks.
2-3 stalks of Celery cut in slices.
1 can or 1 small box Button Mushrooms.
2-3 Beef Bouillon Cubes.
1-2 Tablespoons Flour (unbleached or wheat).
Or can use 1 packet Stew Seasoning Mix.
Salt and Pepper to taste.

Put the Stew Meat in a large Dutch Oven or similar pan.
Cover with cold water.
Add the Bouillon Cubes. 3 if not using the Stew Seasoning.
1-2 if using it.
Add Salt and Pepper. (Very little Salt if using Bouillon Cubes.)
Bring to a boil; stirring frequently.
Reduce heat to a low boil.
Cover and continue cooking for about 2 hours.
Add the Flour or Stew Seasoning Mix.
Mix it with some warm water before adding it to avoid lumps.
If using Flour do the same thing to avoid lumps.
Stir until well-blended.
Bring back to a boil and add the Carrots, Celery and Potatoes.
Cook a half hour.
Add the frozen Stew Mix.
Stir well and bring back to a low boil.
Continue to cook on low until all the Vegetables are done.
Serve with Bread of your choice.