Baked Beef Stew - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 lb. lean beef stew meat in 1-inch cubes
1 c. canned tomatoes, cut up
6 carrots, cut into strips
1/2 c. thick sliced celery
3 medium potatoes, peeled and quartered
1 medium onion, sliced and separated into rings
3 Tbsp. quick cook tapioca
1 slice bread, crumbled
1 c. water

Preparation

Combine all ingredients.
Place in 3-quart casserole.
Cover and bake at 325\u00b0 for 3 1/2 hours.
(Other spices and herbs may be added to taste: basil, thyme, marjoram, bay leaves, etc.)