1 1/2 lbs. lean beef, cubes
2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. basil leaves
1/4 tsp. pepper
2 stalks celery, cut diagonally
4 med. carrots, sliced quarterly
2 med. onions, cut in 1/2
1 (10 3/4 oz.) can condensed tomato soup
3/4 soup can water
3 med. potatoes, cubed

Place beef (no need to brown) in 3 quart casserole. Sprinkle with salt, basil and pepper. Top with celery, carrots and onions. Combine soup and water. Pour over meat and vegetables coating all pieces. Cover tightly. Bake in slow 300 degree oven 3 hours. Add potatoes and bake 45 minutes longer.