Shepherd'S Stew - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 lb. stew beef, cut in 1 1/2-inch cubes
1 onion, sliced
1 stalk celery
6 to 8 carrots, in chunks
2 tsp. salt
2 Tbsp. sugar
2 Tbsp. tapioca
2 c. tomato juice
4 to 6 medium potatoes, quartered
1/2 c. sliced mushrooms (optional)

Preparation

Place ingredients in large casserole dish or Dutch oven in the order given.
Cover tightly and bake 4 hours in a 250\u00b0 oven. Serves 6 to 8 persons.