Baked Beef Stew - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 (14 oz.) can diced tomatoes
1 c. water
3 Tbsp. quick cooking tapioca
2 tsp. sugar
1 1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. pepper
2 lb. beef stew meat (1-inch pieces)
4 medium carrots (1-inch chunks)
3 medium potatoes (1-inch chunks)
2 celery ribs (3/4-inch chunks)
1 medium onion
1 slice bread, cubed

Preparation

In a large bowl, combine tomatoes, water, tapioca, sugar, salt and pepper. Add remaining ingredients; mix well. Pour in greased 13 x 9 baking dish. Cover and bake at 375\u00b0 for 1 3/4 to 2 hours or until tender.