#987722 Ox Tail Stew

1 Or 2 ox tails, cut up

1 Bay leaf

1 Garlic clove

2 qt Water

1 ts Salt

1 ts Black pepper

1/2 ts Crushed red pepper

1 Onion, quartered

Cook ox tails in all above ingredients until tender, 2 or 3 hours. Then add: 1 c. diced carrots 2 stalks chopped celery 1 can tomatoes Drop in vegetables with ox tails and cook until done. (Optional: add 1 teaspoon sugar to enhance flavor.) -----