Beef Stew without rump

3 lbs beef chuck , cut into 2 inch cubes 1 teaspoon dried thyme (for the meat) 1 teaspoon dried marjoram (for the meat) 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon ground[...]

3 lbs beef stew meat 3 tablespoons flour 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon allspice 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 3[...]

3/4 lb beef top round steak , cut into 1-inch cubes 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour 2 tablespoons unsalted butter 1 small onion ,[...]