2 lbs. lean beef stew meat (cut into 1-inch cubes)
1 c. canned tomatoes, cut up
6 carrots, cut into strips
3 med. potatoes, peeled & quartered
1/2 c. thickly sliced celery
1 med. onion, sliced & separated into rings
3 tbsp. quick-cooking tapioca
1 slice bread, crumbled
1 c. water

In large bowl, combine all ingredients. Spoon into greased 3-quart casserole. Cover and bake at 325 degrees for 3 1/2 hours.