Beef Stew, Crock II with broth

1 1/2-2 lbs stewing beef , cubed 1 tablespoon cooking oil 1 onion , chopped 1 cup barley 1 teaspoon dried thyme 1/2 teaspoon dried marjoram 1/2 teaspoon dried[...]

2 pounds beef chuck or stew meat, cut into 1 inch cubes 1/4 cup flour, all-purpose 2 teaspoons salt 2 teaspoons black pepper 1/2 cup beef broth 1 teaspoon[...]

2 lbs stew meat, cut up 1 bay leaf 1 teaspoon crushed dried marjoram 1 teaspoon crushed dried thyme salt and pepper 5 carrots , peeled and cut up 4 large[...]