Irish Stew

Ingredients

• 2 large onions
• 2 lbs potatoes
• 1 tablespoon flour
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon pepper
• 4 pints water or stock
• 1 tablespoon dripping

Directions

1. Melt the dripping in a stew pan.

2. Slice the onions and fry until light brown, then remove from the pan.

3. Cut the meat into chops and fry on each side, then set aside with the onions.

4. Add the flour and water to the pan, mixing smoothly, and stir until it boils.

5. Return the meat and onions to the pan and cook gently for one hour.

6. Peel the potatoes and cut into thick slices, then add to the stew.

7. Cook for one hour longer, season with salt and pepper, and serve hot.