2 tbsp. flour
1 1/2 tsp. salt
1 1/2 lb. chuck roast, cut 1" cubes
2 tbsp. shortening
2 c. tomato soup
1 1/2 c. chopped onion
1/2 tsp. basil
4 potatoes, cubed
4 carrots, cubed
1/2 c. dry wine or water

Coat meat cubes with flour, salt and dash pepper. Brown in hot shortening in oven (Dutch). Add soup, 2 1/2 cups water, onion and basil. Cover and bake at 375 degrees about 1 hour. Add potatoes, carrots and wine. Cover and bake 1 hour longer or until tender.