Busy Day Stew - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 lb. lean chuck, cut in large cubes
1 c. chopped celery
2 c. canned tomatoes
2 onions, thinly sliced
4 carrots, sliced
4 oz. can sliced water chestnuts
1 1/2 Tbsp. Minute tapioca
1/4 c. red or white wine (optional)
salt and pepper to taste

Preparation

Place all ingredients in Dutch oven or large pot.
Cover and bake at 225\u00b0 for 5 to 6 hours.
No stirring is necessary.
Serve with rice or noodles or in bowls as is.