2 lb. beef stew meat, cubed
2 med. onions, sliced
1 (14 1/2 oz.) can whole tomatoes
1 pkg. beef stew seasoning mix
2 1/2 c. water
1 can tomato paste
1/2 c. sour cream (optional)

Brown stew meat. Add onions, and tomatoes. Combine beef stew seasoning mix, water and tomato paste. Pour over meat. Simmer, covered for 2 hours or until meat is tender. Stir occasionally. If desired, just before serving stir in sour cream. Serve over noodles or white rice.