Goulash Stew

By carvalhohm

Ingredients

• 3 1/2 cups water, divided
• 2 pounds stew beef
• 1 large onion, diced
• 1 large potato, peeled and cut into 1-1/2-inch cubes
• 1 1/2 cups ketchup
• 1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce
• 2 tablespoons firmly packed brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon salt (optional)
• 1 tablespoon paprika (or hot paprika, if you want it truly Hungarian-style)
• 1/4 teaspoon dry mustard
• 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour

Preparation

Step 1

In a large pot, combine 3 cups water and all other ingredients except flour. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, and simmer 2 hours.

In a small bowl, mix flour and remaining water until smooth. Return stew to a full boil and gradually whisk in flour mixture. Cook until liquid is thickened, stirring occasionally.

Notes:
Serve over noodles.