Old-Time Beef Stew - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 Tbsp. shortening
2 lb. cubed chuck
1 large onion
1 clove garlic (optional)
4 c. boiling water
1 Tbsp. salt
1 Tbsp. lemon juice
1 tsp. sugar
1 tsp. Worcestershire sauce
1/2 tsp. paprika
2 bay leaves
1/2 tsp. pepper
6 carrots
6 potatoes
1/2 c. cold water
1/4 c. flour

Preparation

Heat shortening in Dutch oven or 6-quart pot.
Add beef; brown 20 minutes.
Add remaining ingredients except for potatoes, carrots, cold water and flour.
Cook over low heat for 2 hours. Then add vegetables and simmer until tender.