1 tbsp. shortening
1 lb. stewing beef
1 tsp. salt
1 can tomato soup
1 soup can water
3 carrots, cut in thick slices
3 potatoes, pared and quartered
3 onions, halved

Melt in heavy skillet 1 tablespoon shortening. Add and brown over medium heat 1 pound of stewing meat, cut up. Add 1 teaspoons salt. Stir in 1 can of tomato soup, 1 can of water. Cover tightly, cook for 1 1/2 hours.

When meat is tender, add 2 carrots, 3 potatoes (pared and quartered), 3 onions (halved), cover and continue to cook for 30 minutes. Makes 4 to 6 servings.