Beef Stew with Biscuits

Directions

In stew pot, add oil over high heat.

Dredge meat with flour and quickly sear a few pieces at a time until browned.

Add onions, carrots, celery, and water to pot with meat; simmer 15 mins.

Add remaining ingredients except peas.

Mix well; simmer on low until meat is tender and vegetables are cooked.

Remove bay leaf and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Just before servng, add peas and serve stew over biscuits.

Baking Powder Biscuits: Preheat oven 425 degrees F.

Sift together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt into a bowl.

Cut in shortening.

Combine milk and eggs; mix into flour with a fork until just moistened.

Turn dough onto a lightly floured surface; knead gently.

Roll to ¾ inch thickness.

Cut with a 2 inch figured cutter and place on an ungreased baking tray.

Bake 12 minutes or until golden.