1 tbsp. shortening
1 lb. stewing beef
1 tsp. salt
1 can tomato soup
1 can water
3 carrots, cut in thick slices
3 potatoes, cut up
3 onions, halved

Melt shortening in hevy skillet. Add meat and brown. Add salt. Stir in soup and water. Cover tightly and cook slowly until meat is tender, about 1 1/2 hours. When meat is tender, add vegetables and continue cooking about 30 minutes. If need more liquid add more water. Makes 4 to 6 servings.