1 1/2 lbs. top round cut in 1" cubes
2 qts. water
1 (35 oz.) can tomatoes
3 beef bouillon cubes
1/2 tsp. pepper
1/2 tsp. thyme
1/4 tsp. marjoram
5 carrots slice
5 stalks celery sliced
1 coarsely chopped onion
1/2 c. uncooked white rice

Brown beef in large pan. Add water and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer 20 minutes or until meat is almost tender. Stir in tomatoes with liquid, breaking up chunks. Add bouillon cubes and spices. Simmer 1 hour. Add vegetables and rice and cook 30 minutes longer.