Same Day Sauerbraten

Directions

1. 1
   Brown meat in heavy pot; drain off fat and add 3/4 cup water. Cover and simmer 1 hour.
2. 2
   Remove meat and cut in 1/2-inch slices and return to pot.
3. 3
   In another pan, boil 3/4 cup water and remaining ingredients.
4. 4
   Use seasonings to taste.
5. 5
   Pour over meat; cover and simmer until fork-tender (about 1 1/2 hours).
6. 6
   Add water if necessary.
7. 7
   Thicken with flour and water mixture off heat. Simmer until flour is cooked, stirring often.
8. 8
   Serve over rice.