Beef Stew

A classic around the Hatch home! Perfect on a cold winter night, around Christmas time, or after a day of sledding.

Ingredients:

  • 2 pounds beef chuck, cut in cubes

  • 2 tablespoons oil

  • 4 cups water

  • 1 onion, sliced

  • 1 clove garlic

  • 1 tablespoon salt

  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice

  • • 1 teaspoon sugar

  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce

  • ½ teaspoon black pepper

  • ½ teaspoon paprika

  • 2 bay leaves

  • Dash of allspice

  • 6 carrots, cut in quarters

  • ½ pound small white onions

  • 3 potatoes, peeled and cubed

  • ¼ cup flour

Directions:

In heavy pan, brown beef cubes in oil. Add water, onion, garlic, salt, lemon juice, sugar, Worcestershire sauce, pepper, paprika, bay leaves, and all spice. Cover and simmer for 2 hours, stirring occasionally. When meat is almost done, add carrots, onions, and potatoes. Simmer for an additional 30 minutes. Combine 1/2 water and 1/4 cup flour in a shaker. Shake until well combined. Add to stew and cook until thickened.

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