4 pounds lean beef, cubed
4 tablespoons oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
4 cups hot water
2 large cans tomatoes
2 thin slices lemon
4 medium onions, sliced
2 tablespoons salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
6 tablespoons sugar
12 medium carrots, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
9 to 10 medium potatoes, quartered
Dash cloves
1/2 teaspoon dried basil leaves
2 cans English peas