Beef Stew, Crock II with tenders

2 tablespoons olive oil 2 lbs stewing beef , cut into 1 1/2 inch pieces 1 bunch scallion , sliced thin (about 1 cup) 3 large celery ribs , chopped fine 1[...]

1 cup sun-dried tomatoes , not packed in oil or 1 cup use 1 can diced tomatoes (14.5 ounce) or 1 (1 1/2 ounce) can stewed tomatoes 1 1/2 lbs beef stew meat 12[...]

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[...]