Five Hour Beef Stew - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 c. V-8 juice
2 Tbsp. onion soup mix
3 Tbsp. instant tapioca
2 Tbsp. sugar (optional)
1 1/2 lb. lean stew meat or venison, cubed
1 qt. frozen green beans
2 c. diced carrots
3 large potatoes, peeled and cubed
1 c. sliced mushrooms (optional)

Preparation

Combine first four ingredients and let stand for 20 minutes. Layer remaining ingredients in a large, deep casserole dish.
Pour liquid over layers.
Cover tightly.
Bake at 325\u00b0 for five hours. Serves 6.