* cut into 1-inch cubes PLace steak cubes in crock-pot. Combine flour, salt and pepper, toss with steak to coat thoroughly.

Stir in remaining ingredients except Biscuit Topping and mix thoroughly. Cover and cook on Low setting for 7 to 10 hours.

One hour before serving, remove meat and vegetables from crock-pot and pour into shallow 2-1/2-quart baking dish. Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Cover meat mixture with Biscuit Topping. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes. 4 servings (about 2-1/2 quarts Biscuit Topping: 2 cups flour, 1 teaspoon salt, 3 teaspoons baking powder, 1/4 cup shortening, 1/4 cup milk. Mix dry ingredients. Cut in shortening until mixture resembles coarse cornmeal. Add milk all at one time; stir well. Pat out on floured board; roll out to cover baking dish. Dee Penrod, FGGT98B