Ingredients

  • 3 Tbsp. oil
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 2 lb. stew meat
  • 1 tsp. Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tsp. lemon juice
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 4 c. hot water
  • 2 to 3 potatoes, cubed
  • 3 to 4 carrots, sliced
  • 2 to 3 stalks celery, sliced
  • 1 can kidney beans, drained
  • 1/4 c. flour
  • 1/2 c. cold water

Method

  • Brown meat in oil slowly and deeply for top flavor.
  • Add garlic and cook a few minutes more.
  • Add Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice, bay leaf and 2 cups of water.
  • Simmer, covered, for 2 hours, stirring occasionally.
  • Remove bay leaf.
  • Add 2 cups water, potatoes, carrots and celery.
  • Continue cooking until vegetables are done (30 to 45 minutes).
  • Add beans.
  • Blend the flour and 1/2 cup water until smooth.
  • Gradually stir into stew.
  • Cook a few more minutes, until thickened and bubbly.