2 lbs. stew beef, do not brown
2 (8 oz.) cans tomato sauce
1 tsp. salt
1 tsp. sugar
3 tbsp. minute tapioca
1 c. celery, cut into 2" pieces
6-8 sm. carrots
6-8 sm. potatoes
6-8 sm. onions
1/3 c. red wine (opt.)
1 c. water, if not using wine

Put all ingredients in a large baking dish with a lid or a Dutch oven. Bake at 250 to 300 degrees for 5 hours.