Antidiuretic hormone, also called arginine vasopressin (AVP), is a hormone produced by the hypothalamus in the brain and stored in the posterior pituitary gland at the base of the brain. ADH helps regulate water balance in the body.
Stew meat is typically cut into 3/4 inch to 1 1/2 inch cubes and cooked with vegetables, such as potatoes, carrots, celery and onions cut into similar sizes. You can purchase the meat precut and packaged for convenience or buy a roast and cut it yourself. Precut stew beef is usually more expensive per pound than roasts.
Add the herbs and seasonings, beef broth, and beer. Cover and simmer for 1 1/2 hours. Add the vegetables and continue cooking for 20 to 30 minutes longer, until vegetables are tender. Taste and add salt, as needed. In a small bowl or cup mix the flour and water until smooth; stir into the stew until hot and thickened. Serves 6.