Beef Stew

Ingredients:

• 10 small new potatoes, halved, unpeeled
• 12 small whole white onions, peeled, fresh or frozen, thawed
• 30 baby carrots, 8 ounces
• 1 red or green bell pepper, seeded, cut into 1-inch pieces
• 1 1/2 pounds beef stew meat, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 2 cups beef broth
• 1/2 teaspoon dried leaf oregano
• 1/4 teaspoon paprika
• 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped, or 1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/8 teaspoon pepper
• 3 tablespoons cornstarch
• 3 tablespoons cold water

Preparation: