French Stew

I just divide this up into 2 bags when I freeze it since it serves 8 - two meals for the price of one!

French Stew

3 pounds round steak, cubed

1 can beef broth

3 large peeled and sliced carrots

1 (16oz) can whole green beans, drained

1 (16oz) package frozen peas

8 ounces frozen pearl onions

1 (16oz) can petite diced tomatoes

1 C water

1/3 C red wine vinegar

¼ C minute tapioca

1 Tbsp brown sugar

½ C fine, dry bread crumbs

1 bay leaf

1 Tbsp salt

¼ tsp pepper

Combine all ingredients in a large crockpot. Cook on low 8-10 hours. Allow to cool, and put in freezer container.

To Serve: Thaw and heat until bubbly in a large pot.

Serves 8

Serve with crusty French bread