Meat Stew

1: Start by tossing your beef cubes in flour and 1/2 tsp salt.

2: Using a large dutch oven, heat up oil at medium high heat. Sear meat cubes in oil. Remove and set aside.

3: Add onion to your hot dutch oven. Saute until soft. Add all other vegetables and spices. Mix and saute for a few minutes.

4: Return meat to pot. Add water and bay leaves. Let the mix come to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer and cover the pot.

5: Let it cook slowly for 4-4.5 hours.