Brown Stew

2 lbs. beef chuck cut in 1 1/2 inch cubes
2 T fat
4 cup boiling water
1 tsp lemon juice
1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
1 clove garlic
1 medium size onion sliced
2 bay leaves
1 T salt
1/2 tsp pepper
1/2 tsp paprika
dash of All Spice or cloves
1 tsp sugar
6 carrots quartered
1 lb small white ??

Thoroughly brown meat on all sides in hot fat; add water, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, garlic, onion, bay leaves and seasonings, simmer for 2 hrs stir occasionally to keep from sticking. Add carrots and onions. Continue cooking 20-30 minutes or until veggies are done. Potatoes cubed may be add if desired.
Remove meat and vegetables, thicken liquid for gravy. Serves 6-8