Steak Soup

Ingredients

• 1 (2-pound) package top round steak, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
• 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 4 cups water
• 5 baking potatoes, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
• 3 carrots, sliced
• 2 small onions, chopped
• 1 celery rib, chopped
• 1 cup frozen sweet green peas
• 1 (16-ounce) can whole kernel corn, drained
• 1 (6-ounce) can tomato paste
• 2 tablespoons beef bouillon granules
• 1 to 2 teaspoons pepper

Preparation

1. Toss together steak and flour.
2. Brown steak in hot oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat 5 to 6 minutes.
3. Stir together steak, 4 cups water, and remaining ingredients in a 5-quart slow cooker.
4. Cook, covered, at HIGH 8 hours or until vegetables are tender.