Herbed Beef Stew

Brown:
2 lbs. beef stew meat, cut in 1 inch cubers
2 T oil

 Add:
3 C. water
1 lrg. onion, chopped
1-2 tsp pepper
1-2 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp roesemary, crushed
1 tsp dried oregano
1 tsp dried basil
1 tsp. ground marjoram ( I use a little less)
2 bay leaves
(tomato paste or sauce (optional)
Cover and simmer for 1 1/2 hour or until meat is tender.

Add:
2 C potatoes, peeled and cut in chunks
2 C slices carrots
1 green pepper, chopped

Simmer 30 more minutes or till veggies are tender.  Add more water if necessary.

Add other vegetables as desired.  I add:
Green beans, peas, corn, tomatoes.

Cover and cook till veggies are heated through.  Serves 10-12