2 lbs. boneless beef chuck, cut in 1 inch cubes
4 c. hot water
1 tsp. Worcestershire sauce
1 clove garlic, minced
1 med. onion, sliced
1 tsp. lemon juice
2 sm. bay leaves
2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. pepper
Pinch of allspice
1 tsp. sugar
6 carrots, halved
8 sm. onions
3 potatoes, quartered

Thoroughly brown meat on all sides in hot fat. Add all ingredients, except vegetables. Cook for 2 hours. Add vegetables and continue cooking 30 minutes. Remove meat and vegetables and add a flour and water thickening, if you desire. Serves 6-8.