Cider Beef Stew

3 Tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 pound stew meat, cut into 1-inch pieces
2 Tablespoons vegetable oil
1 cup apple cider
1/2 cup water
1 Tablespoon vinegar
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
2 large carrots, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 celery rib, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 large potato, peeled and cubed
 1 medium onion, sliced

           In a bowl or bag, combine flour, salt, and pepper; add beef and toss to coat.  In a saucepan, brown beef in oil.  Add cider, water, vinegar and thyme; bring to a boil.  Reduce heat.  Cover and simmer 1 hour 45 minutes or until meat is tender.  Add carrots, celery, potato and onion.  Return to a boil.  Reduce heat.  Cover and simmer for 45 minutes or until vegetables are tender.