Recipe(tried): Chunky Casserole (Stew OK to freeze)

This is a casserole but is like a thick stew. It will also freeze.

CHUNKY CASSEROLE
1 pounds stewing steak, 3 tablespoons flour, 2 oz melted butter, 2 chopped onions, 2 chopped carrots, 2 chopped sticks celery, 4 medium potatoes, sliced thick or chopped, 3 beef stock cubes (or powder) pint hot water.
Toss meat on seasoned flour, saute in melted butter until brown, add prepared vegetables and saute 2 minutes. Place into large casserole, add stock to water and excess flour and water. Cover and cook moderate over (360 F or 180 C) about 1 hours. Serves 4.