Beef Stew

Directions

1. 1
   Sprinkle meat with salt and pepper and dredge in flour.
2. 2
   Heat shortening in frying pan; brown meat and add onion.
3. 3
   Pour apple juice over meat and bring to boil.
4. 4
   Cover and simmer for about 1 1/2 hours or until meat is tender.
5. 5
   Cut carrots into long, narrow strips.
6. 6
   Slice celery into 1/2-inch chunks.
7. 7
   Core and peel apples; cut in medium slices and place in casserole dish.
8. 8
   Pour stew into vegetable mixture.
9. 9
   Add spices and bake in preheated 350° oven about 30 minutes.
10. 10
    Serve over mashed potatoes or rice.
11. 11
    Makes 6 servings.