Ingredients

1

tablespoon vegetable oil or bacon drippings

1 1/2

lb boneless beef chuck, tip or round roast or boneless pork shoulder, cut into 3/4-inch cubes

1/2

cup beef broth

3

tablespoons paprika

1 1/2

teaspoons salt

1/2

teaspoon caraway seed

1/4

teaspoon pepper

3

large onions, chopped (3 cups)

2

cloves garlic, finely chopped

1

can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained

1/4

cup cold water

2

tablespoons all-purpose flour

6

cups hot cooked egg noodles

Preparation

In 4-quart Dutch oven or 12-inch skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Cook beef in oil about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until brown; drain.

Stir in remaining ingredients except water, flour and noodles. Heat to boiling; reduce heat. Cover; simmer about 1 hour 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until beef is tender.

In tightly covered container, shake water and flour until mixed; gradually stir into beef mixture. Heat to boiling, stirring constantly. Boil and stir 1 minute. Serve over noodles.