Nancy Lindahl'S Hearty Sweet And Sour Beef Stew - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 lbs round steaks, cut into 1 inch chunks
2 cups chopped onions
2 cups carrots, cut into 1/2 inch slices
2 cups sliced celery, cut into 1/2 inch slices
1 cups tomato sauce or (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
1/2 cup cider vinegar or 1/2 cup white vinegar
1/2 cup light corn syrup
1 tablespoon prepared mustard
1/4 cup firmly packed brown sugar
2 teaspoons chili powder or 2 teaspoons cayenne
2 teaspoons sweet paprika
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
sour cream (for a garnish when served)

Preparation

In a large skillet, heat the oil and cook meat, just until browned (about 4-5 minutes).
Place in the Crock Pot, along with all the rest of the ingredients except the sour cream.
Mix well, cover and cook on high until the meat is tender.
About 4-6 hours .
Serve in bowls and top with a spoon full of Sour Cream.