2 lbs. round steak or hamburger

2 to 3 carrots
2 to 3 stalks celery
1 onion

2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. pepper
1 tbsp. beef bouillon
1/2 c. dry tapioca (i.e. minute tapioca)

Stir all ingredients together and place in crock pot. Add 2 to 4 cups hot water, stir. Cook on high 5 hours or low 10 hours.