1/4 c. shortening
2 lbs. stew beef
1 c. sliced onion
1/8 tsp. garlic, crushed
1/4 c. catsup
2 tbsp. soy sauce
1 tbsp. brown sugar
2 tsp. paprika
1/2 tsp. dry mustard
1 1/2 c. water
2 tbsp. flour
1/2 c. water

Brown meat in shortening, drain. Add onion and garlic. Add combined catsup, soy sauce, brown sugar, paprika and dry mustard. Stir. Add all the water. Simmer for 2 to 2 1/2 hours. Just before serving, mix together 2 tablespoons flour with 1/2 cup water. Add to beef and serve on rice, noodles or potatoes.