Brown Stew - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 lb. stew meat
Pam for bottom of pan
4 c. boiling water
1 tsp. lemon juice
1 tsp. Worcestershire sauce
1 clove garlic (optional)
1 medium onion
2 bay leaves
1 Tbsp. salt or less
1/2 tsp. black pepper
1/2 tsp. paprika
dash of allspice
1 tsp. sugar
carrots, sliced
potatoes, cubed

Preparation

Thoroughly brown meat on all sides; add water, Worcestershire sauce, garlic, onion, bay leaves and seasonings.
Simmer 2 hours; stir occasionally to keep from sticking.
Add carrots and potatoes.
Continue cooking 30 minutes or until vegetables are done.
Thicken liquid for gravy.
Serves 6 to 8.
Serve in bowls with garlic spread French bread and a tossed salad and maybe fruit for dessert.