1 1/2 lb. beef chunks
2 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. pepper
1/2 tsp. basil
2 stalks celery, cut into small pieces
4 carrots, chopped
2 onions, chopped
1 can tomato soup
1 can water
cubed potatoes

Place all ingredients in large baking dish except potatoes. Cover and bake in 300°F oven 2 1/4 hours; add potatoes and continue baking for 45 minutes more.