Beef Stew without celery bacon

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[...]

2 lbs chuck roast, cut up, with all fat removed 1 lb carrot , peeled and cut into thick slices 5 celery ribs , cut into thick slices 1 onion , very large, cut[...]

Sprinkle the beef cubes lightly with salt and pepper. Dredge in flour. In a large Dutch oven , sauté for five minutes in olive oil (add a tablespoon of butter[...]

2 -4 lbs stew meat (beef, pork) 10 potatoes , peeled & cut into large pieces 4 -5 turnips (optional) or 4 -5 parsnips , peeled & cut into large pieces[...]