International Beef Stew

Ingredients

• 3 1/2 pounds cubed beef
• 3 onions, sliced
• 6 carrots, sliced
• 2 1/2 cups cubed potatoes
• 3 stalks celery, sliced
• 1/2 pound fresh mushrooms, quartered
• 1 (16 ounce) package frozen mixed vegetables
• 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
• 5 cloves garlic, pressed
• 2 teaspoons dried rosemary
• 2 teaspoons dried sage
• 1 tablespoon dried basil leaves
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 8 cups water

Directions

Preheat oven to 250 degrees F (120 degrees C).

In a large, ovenproof pot, combine beef, onions, carrots, potatoes, celery, mushrooms, mixed vegetables, tomatoes. Season with garlic, rosemary, sage, basil, salt, pepper. Pour in water. Cover tightly with foil and bake 5 to 6 1/2 hours.