Hachee

1. Peeli the onion, and cut into rings and cook these with the flour and butter, till they are lightly browned.
2. Cut the meat into small pieces (like stewing beef).
3. Add the meat to the onion mixture and sprinkle with a little salt.
4. Browni the meat.
5. Pour the meat juices(gravy) into the pan, add the bayleaf and a pinch of sugar.
6. With the lid on, simmer the entire mixture for about an hour.
7. Serve.