1 1/2 lbs. stew beef
4 med. potatoes (cubed)
4 med. carrots (cubed)
3 stalks celery (sliced)
1 med. onion (diced)
1 can tomato soup

Place all the above ingredients in layers into a casserole dish with a tight lid. Sprinkle with salt and pepper.

Pour soup (undiluted) with 1/2 can of liquid such as wine, bouillon, water or tomato juice. Cover and place in 300 degree oven and forget it for about 3 hours. Do not stir or open.