2 lb. beef chuck or bottom round, cut into 1" cubes
1/4 c. shortening
1 c. sliced onions
1 sm. clove garlic, minced
3/4 c. catsup
1 tbsp. brown sugar
2 tbsp. Worcestershire sauce
2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. dry mustard
Dash red pepper
1 1/2 c. water
2 tbsp. flour
1/4 c. cold water
7-8 oz. noodles, cooked & drained

Brown beef in hot shortening. Add onion and garlic. Cook and stir until onion is tender. Mix catsup and seasonings. Add to skillet and stir to mix. Add 1 1/2 cups water, cover and simmer 2-2 1/2 hours. Blend in flour and 1/4 cup cold water. Stir into meat mixture. Heat to boiling, stirring constantly. Boil 1 minute. Pour over hot noodles. Garnish with parsley. 6-8 servings.