then drain... 2) Add the 6 cups of water, the veggies, salt and pepper, and bay leaves, cooking over med. heat for 45 min. to an hour or `til the meat and veggies are tender... 3) Combine the cornstarch and the remaining water in a small bowl, and stir into the stew `til thickened, stirring constantly... 4) Remove and discard the bay leaves... Serve... Source: Cyndie Steria, Carthage NY from "Bill Saiff's Rod & Reel Recipes for Hookin' & Cookin'" cookbook, typed for you with permission by Fred Goslin on CYBEREALM Bbs. Home of KOOKNET in Watertown NY (315) 786-1120