Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 1/2 lb beef stew meat, cut into bite-size pieces if needed
  • 4 medium carrots, cut into 1/2-inch slices (2 cups)
  • 3 medium red potatoes, peeled, cut into 1/2-inch cubes (3 cups)
  • 1 large onion, cut into 1-inch pieces (1 1/2 cups)
  • 1 medium stalk celery, cut into 1-inch pieces (1 cup)
  • 3 cups vegetable juice
  • 3 tablespoons quick-cooking tapioca
  • 1 tablespoon beef bouillon granules
  • 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper

Instruction

  • In 12-inch skillet or Dutch oven, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add beef; cook 4 to 6 minutes, stirring frequently, until browned on all sides.
  • Spray 4- to 5-quart slow cooker with cooking spray. In cooker, mix browned beef and remaining ingredients.
  • Cover; cook on Low heat setting 9 to 10 hours.