2 lbs. round steak (beef for stew), cut in 1/2 inch cubes
1 1/2 c. onion, chopped
1 to 2 cloves garlic
2 tbsp. flour
1 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. pepper
1 tbsp. paprika
1/4 tsp. thyme
1 bay leaf
1 (1 lb. 12 oz.) can tomatoes
1 container sour cream or yogurt (plain)

Put beef cubes, onion, garlic in large pot. Stir in flour and mix to coat cubes; add all remaining ingredients except sour cream. Cover and cook on low 2 1/2 hours. Add sour cream or yogurt 1/2 hour. Before serving, stir in thoroughly. Serve over noodles.