Heat A 6-Quart Stove-Top Casserole And Add The Oil And The Bay Leaves. Cook The Bay Leaves For A Moment And Then Add The Meat. Brown The Meat On Both Sides On High Heat. Add The Sliced Onion And Cook For A Few Minutes Until It Is Clear. Reduce The Heat To Low And Add The Garlic, Thyme, Rosemary And Flour, And Stir Well Until Smooth. Add The Beef Stock And Stout; Simmer, Stirring, Until The Stew Thickens A Bit. Add The Remaining Ingredients And Cover. Place The Pot In A 275 F Oven (Yes, The Book Says 275 F) For About 2 Hours, Stirring A Couple Of Times. Check For Salt And Pepper Before Serving.