Beef Stew for a Crowd Recipe

INGREDIENTS

• 2-1/2 pounds beef stew meat, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
• 3 tablespoons canola oil
• 12 cups water
• 2 cans (15 ounces each) tomato sauce
• 1/4 cup beef bouillon granules
• 1 teaspoon salt, optional
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper
• 3-1/2 pounds potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 4 medium carrots, sliced
• 3 celery ribs, sliced
• 2 medium onions, coarsely chopped
• 3/4 cup King Arthur Unbleached All-Purpose Flour
• 1-1/2 cups cold water