Classic Beef Stew

Total Time: 2 hrs 25 mins Preparation Time: 25 mins Cook Time: 2 hrs

Ingredients

• Servings: 8
• 2 lbs beef chuck, cut in 1/2 inch cubes
• 2 cups boiling water
• 6 -8 potatoes, cubed
• 6 carrots, sliced
• 1 medium onion, sliced
• 1 -2 bay leaf
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 tablespoon salt
• 1 teaspoon worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• 1 garlic clove, whole
• 1 dash garlic powder
• 1 dash allspice or 1 dash clove

Recipe

• 1 thoroughly brown the meat on all sides in hot oil, turning often.
• 2 add boiling water, worcestershire sauce, garlic, sliced onion, bay leaves, and seasonings.
• 3 cover, simmer (don't boil) for 1 1/2 hours, stirring occasionally and keep from sticking.
• 4 remove bay leaves and garlic clove.
• 5 add carrots and potatoes.
• 6 cover and cook for 30 minutes or until vegetables are done.
• 7 remove meat and veggies.
• 8 thicken liquid for gravy if desired.
• 9 (you can use flour or corn starch).
• 10 enjoy!