1 1/2 lbs. stew meat coated with flour
3 tbsp. oil
3 c. water
Sm. onion pieces
1/8 tsp. garlic powder
1 tsp. salt
1/8 tsp. pepper
1 tsp. Worcestershire sauce
1/2 tsp. sugar
Dash cloves
1 bay leaf

Heat to boil; cover and let simmer until tender (approximately 1 1/2 to 2 hours). Cube 3 or 4 potatoes, 2-3 carrots; add to stew. Increase heat to slow boil, approximately 20 minutes. Thicken to desired.