2 lbs. stew beef
1 pkg. dry onion soup mix
1 can cream of mushroom soup
1 can mushrooms, cut up, drained
1 1/2 c. ginger ale

Mix everything except meat in heavy pan. Add meat and cover with tight fitting lid or aluminum foil. Bake at 350 degrees for 2 1/2 to 3 hours. Don't open during cooking time. Makes good gravy.