Greek/Egyptian Beef Stew

I love this recipe, as does my family. It can be served with pasta, but usually I serve it as a stand alone. This recipe came from the internet, but I can't seem to remember where I got it. If you have picky eaters who will not eat onions, half the onions, then quarter them so the pieces are large enough to pick out (though my two year old thinks they are noodles in this recipe). They are very important in the flavoring.

• Ready In: 2 hrs 15 mins
• Serves: 3

Ingredients

• 3  tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1  lb stewing beef
• 1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
• 3  tablespoons red wine vinegar
• 2  cups water
• 1⁄4 teaspoon cinnamon
• 2  onions, chopped
• 2  cloves garlic, minced
• 1⁄2 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1⁄4 teaspoon ground cloves
• 2  teaspoons salt

Directions

1. Heat oil in large stewing pot.
2. Add meat.
3. Brown the meat slightly on all sides.
4. Add all remaining ingredients.
5. Bring stew to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer two hours (or longer for a thicker sauce).