2	lb.	stew beef
3/4	cup	flour
1	tsp.	garlic powder
1	tsp.	paprika
2	tbsp.	vegetable oil
1		onion, quartered
1	clove	garlic, minced
2	cups	beef broth or bouillon
1	tsp.	salt, or to taste
1	tbsp.	lemon juice
1	tsp.	sugar
1	tsp.	Worcestershire sauce
1/2	tsp.	pepper
1/2	tsp.	paprika
1	-2	bay leaves
	dash	allspice, optional
6		carrots, cut in pieces
6	med.	white potatoes, cut in pieces
1/2	cup	cold water
1/4	cup	flour

Combine flour, paprika and garlic powder in a plastic bag. Coat stew beef in flour mixture and brown in hot oil in a large skillet; transfer to the crock pot.

Add the remaining ingredients except for 1/2 cold water and 1/4 cup flour.

Cook on low for 9 to 11 hours.

About 30 minutes before serving, mix together the flour and coldwater; add to the pot. Turn on high and cook until thickened.    Serves 6-8.