Italian beef stew

4 Servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
poundsBeef stew meat, cut into 1 inch cubes
4Carrots, cut into 1/2 inch pieces
1largeOnion, thinly siced and separated into rings.
1canWhole tomatoes, cut up (28 oz)
2cupsWater
1teaspoonSalt
teaspoonItalian seasoning
2teaspoonsInstant beef bouillon
1cupUncooked mastaccioli or other macaroni.

Directions

Brown meat in slow cooker on top of range or skillet on medium heat.

Transfer pot to base or meat to slow cooker. Add remaining ingredients except pasta to cooking pot. Stir to combine. Cover and cook at Setting #3 for West Bend or low in others for 7 - 9 hours OR at #5 or high for 3 - 4 hours. Increase heat to high (#5). Add pasta and stir to blend. Cover and continue cooking for 30 minutes until pasta is done.