Beef Stew(Microwave Oven)  
["2 lb. boneless beef, cut into 1-inch cubes", "4 medium carrots, thinly sliced", "2 c. water, divided", "1 (1 3/4 oz.) envelope onion soup mix"]
["In 4-quart casserole, combine beef, 1 1/2 cups water, soup mix, carrots, potatoes and bay leaf.", "Cover with lid.", "Cook at High 7 to 8 minutes and at Medium-low 55 to 60 minutes, or until tender.", "Stir occasionally.", "Add peas and flour, blended with remaining 1/2 cup water.", "Cook at High 5 to 7 minutes, or until stew is thickened; stir occasionally."]
["boneless beef", "carrots", "water", "onion soup"]