Emily Anns Stew

Mix the sugar and flour together and coat the beef cubes with the mixture. Melt the shortening in a large stock pot. Brown the beef, in batches, so that each side is well browned. When all beef is browned, return meat to pot and add salt pepper, chili powder, thyme, bay leaf, tomatoes, and beef broth. Bring to a boil and simmer for 2 hours. Wash and pare the vegetables, and add these to the beef. Simmer an additional 30 minutes. In the last 5 minutes, add the frozen peas.

Serves 6-8