1 1/2 lb. beef stew meat
1 c. sliced carrots
2 c. peeled and sliced potatoes
1 can tomato soup, undiluted
1 (16 oz.) can boiled whole onions, drained
1 (4 oz.) can mushroom stems and pieces, drained
1 c. apple juice or red wine
1 1/2 tsp. salt
1 tsp. each pepper and thyme
1 bay leaf

Combine all ingredients. Stir to blend. Bake at 300 degrees for 4-5 hours or until meat and vegetables are tender.