Beef Stew-Family Favorite

Directions

1. 1
   In a large pot, heat oil over medium/high heat and saut onions, garlic and celery till translucent.
2. 2
   Add beef and carrots to onion mixture and continue to cook until meat is browned (sometimes I even skip this step if I am in a hurry).
3. 3
   Add water, beef base, Mrs. Dash and salt and pepper taste.Bring to a boil, cover and simmer about 2 hours until the meat is nice and tender.
4. 4
   Add canned vegetables and cook until heated through.
5. 5
   Serve with dumplings or a nice roll.Extra stew can be frozen in a zippy bag.***I slightly undercook the potatoes separately because I found that the potatoes held up better when I froze the stew.