Methods:
- Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Coat Beef: In a large ziplock bag, combine flour, onion powder, garlic powder, and pepper. Add beef stew meat and shake to coat.
- Brown Beef: Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a Dutch oven over medium heat. Using tongs, remove beef from the bag (reserve flour mixture) and brown on all sides. Remove to a plate.
- Cook Onion: Add 1 tablespoon vegetable oil to the Dutch oven. Cook chopped onion for 3-4 minutes. Sprinkle in remaining flour mixture and cook for 2 minutes, stirring constantly.
- Add Spices and Broth: Add oregano, basil, and marjoram, stirring for 30 seconds. Stir in beef broth and cook for 2 minutes, stirring frequently. Add browned beef back to the pot.
- Bake: Cover and place in the oven for 1 hour.
- Add Vegetables: Add cubed potatoes and frozen mixed vegetables. Return to the oven and cook for an additional 30 minutes, or until the stew and vegetables are tender.
