2 pounds beef stew meat, cut into 1-inch cubes
2 tablespoons canola oil
8 medium carrots, cut into 1-inch slices
6 large potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
1 to 1-1/2 cups water
1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce
1 envelope onion soup mix

In a large skillet, brown meat in oil; drain. Transfer to a 5-qt.
slow cooker. Top with vegetables. Combine the water, tomato sauce
and soup mix; pour over top. Cover and cook on low for 4-1/2 to 5
hours or until meat and vegetables are tender.

Serves 8.