Beef Stew with basil

2 1/2 lb stew beef 2" cubes 8 x carrots cut diagonally in 2 "piece 3 med Idaho potatoes chunked 2 lrg onions * see note 1 can Italian stewed[...]

2 lbs beef stew meat , cubed 1/4 cup flour 1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes (I used Del Monte brand with basil, garlic, and oregano) 1 (6 ounce) can 100%[...]

2 -3 tablespoons olive oil 2 -3 garlic cloves , minced or pressed 1 1/4 lbs stewing beef , cut into 1 inch cubes 1 large onion , coarsely chopped 1 teaspoon[...]