Belgian Beef Stew Recipe

• 1/4 c unsifted all-purpose flour
• 1 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp pepper
• 2 lbs beef chuck,cut in 1 inch cubes
• 2 lbs onions, sliced
• 1 clove garlic, crushed
• 1 c vegetable oil, divided
• 1 12 oz can light or dark ale
• 1 tbl soy sauce
• 1 tbl worcestershire sauce
• 1 tbl steak sauce
• 2 bay leaves
• 1/4 tsp thyme (optional)

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