3 tbsp. shortening
1/2 lb. onions, minced
1/4 lb. shallots, minced
2 lbs. top sirloin or chuck beef, cut into 1" cubes
1/2 c. flour, seasoned
1 qt. beef broth
1 lb. carrots, peeled & cut into chunks
1 lb. celery, cleaned & cut into chunks
1/2 lb. leeks, white part only, cut into chunks
1 lb. tomatoes, peeled & quartered
1 lb. potatoes, peeled & sliced
Salt & pepper

Melt shortening in large saucepan. Add onions and shallots. Saute 5 minutes or until tender.

Dredge meat in flour, shaking off excess. Add meat to onion mixture. Saute until meat is lightly browned, about 10 minutes. Add beef broth. Cook until meat is almost done, about 30 minutes.

Add carrots, celery, leeks and tomatoes. Cover and simmer over medium heat about 20 minutes. Add potatoes and cook 20 to 25 minutes or until potatoes and vegetables are done. Add more beef broth, if necessary. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Makes 6 to 8 servings.