Old-Time Beef Stew Recipe - (4.7/5)

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 pounds boneless beef stew meat, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 2 tablespoons cooking oil
• 4 cups water
• 1 large onion, sliced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 1 bay leaf
• 1/8 teaspoon ground allspice
• 6 medium carrots, bias-sliced into 3/4-inch chunks
• 1 pound small white onions, peeled and halved
• 4 medium potatoes, cut into 1-inch chunks
• 1/2 cup cold water
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• snipped fresh parsley (optional