2 to 3 lbs. stew beef
1 lg. onion (chopped)
2 cloves garlic (minced)
1/2 c. catsup
2 tbsp. Worcestershire sauce
1 tsp. vinegar
1 tbsp. brown sugar
1 tsp. paprika
2 tsp. salt
1 tsp. dry mustard
1 dash red pepper (cayenne)

Saute' the onion and garlic in 2 tablespoons cooking oil. Add meat and cook until the pieces are browned on all sides. Mix the remaining ingredients and pour over the cooking meat. Add 2 to 3 cups of water (enough to almost cover meat). Cover and simmer 2 to 2 1/2 hours, until meat is very tender. Thicken the gravy with a mixture of 1 tablespoon flour and 1/4 cup water. Simmer another 10 minutes (enough to cook the flour). Serve over cooked egg noodles or boiled potatoes if you prefer.