1In a large pot over medium heat, melt lard. Cook beef in fat until brown on all sides; drain. Pour in water and tomato-vegetable juice cocktail. Stir in onion, Worcestershire, chili powder, salt and bouillon. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover and simmer 2 hours.
2Stir in carrots, celery and potatoes and cook 20 to 40 minutes more, until vegetables have reached the desired tenderness.
Ingredients
10 servings
516 cals
1 tablespoon lard
3 pounds cubed beef stew meat
6 cups water
1 (11.5 ounce) can tomato-vegetable juice cocktail