Beef Stew and Dumplings

Ingredients:

• 1 lb. beef, cut into 1 inch cubes
• 2 Tbsp. margarine
• 3 cups water
• 2 1/2 Tbsp. flour
• 1/4 cup water
• 2 cans vegetable soup
• 2 cups flour
• 1 Tbsp. baking powder
• 1/2 tsp. salt
• 3/4 cup milk

Directions:

Brown beef in margarine in skillet. Add water. Simmer for 1 1/2 hours. Mix 2 1/2 tablespoons flour and 1/4 cup water in bowl. Add to beef, stirring constantly. Cook until thickened. Add soup. Heat to boiling point. Combine 2 cups flour, baking powder and salt in bowl. Add milk, stirring until soft dough consistency. Drop by spoonfuls into stew. Steam, covered, for 15 minutes; do not lift lid. Serve immediately. 4-6 servings.

By Robin from Washington, IA