Old-Time Beef Stew

By á-48726

Ingredients

• 2 lbs. beef, cubed
• 1 onion, diced
• 1 tsp. sugar
• 1/2 tsp. pepper
• 1 tsp. salt
• 1 clove garlic
• 1 tbsp. lemon juice
• 1/2 tsp. paprika
• 1 clove
• 1-2 bay leaves
• 2 c. carrots, bite-sized
• 2 c. potatoes, bite-sized

Details

Adapted from bachelorkitchenblog.com

Preparation

Step 1

Brown beef on all sides. Transfer to crock pot. Add remaining ingredients, cover with hot water and cook on high all day. For gravy - pour cold water (1/2 c.) into shaker with 1/4 c. flour. Push meat and veggies to one side; stir in flour mixture. Cook, stirring constantly, till gravy thickens and boils. Cook gently about 5 minutes more.