Hearty Beef Stew - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 lb. stew beef, cut in 1-inch cubes
5 carrots, sliced
1 large onion, diced
3 stalks celery, sliced
1 (28 oz.) can tomatoes
1/2 c. quick cooking tapioca
1 whole clove
2 bay leaves
salt and pepper to taste

Preparation

Trim all fat from meat.
Put all ingredients in slow cooker; mix thoroughly.
Cover and cook on low for 12 hours (or on high for 5 to 6 hours).