Irish Stew



1 1/2 pounds lamb or beef, cubed
3 medium carrots
2 medium potato
1 onion
1/2 small can of stewed tomatoes
2 oz/ 1/3 cup of flour
1 oz cooking oil
1 cup beef stock
1/2 cup water
1 oz fresh thyme
1 bay leaf
salt and pepper and/or some red wine to taste

1. Coat beef/lamb with flour, salt & pepper and brown in oil in a large pot. Add sliced vegetables and thyme. Add the beef stock and water. Add bay leaf for taste. Simmer for 2 to 3 hours until meat and veggies are tender. You can add more water if necessary and some salt and pepper and/or wine to taste.

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