Old-Fashion Beef Stew

	2 lbs. beef chuck, cubed
	2 T. fat
	4 cusp boiling water
	1 T. lemon juice (optional)
	1 t. Worcestershire sauce
	1 clove garlic
	1 medium onion, sliced
	1 or 2 bay leaves
	1 T. salt
	1 t. sugar
	1/2 t. pepper
	1/2 t. paprika
	dash allspice or cloves

	6 carrots
	1 lb. small onions
	1 lb. potatoes cubed

Thoroughly brown the meat on all sides in hot fat, turning often. Add next 11 ingredients. Cover; simmer (do not boil) 2 hours. Stir often. Remove bay leaves and garlic.

Add carrots, onions, and potatoes. Cover and simmer until vegetables are tender.