No-Fuss Swiss Steak

• 3 lbs boneless beef round steak, cut into serving-size pieces
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 2 medium carrots, cut into 1/2-inch slices
• 2 celery ribs, cut into 1/2-inch slices
• 1 34 cups water
• 1 (11 ounce) can tomato rice soup
• 1 (10 1/2 ounce) can French onion soup
• 12 teaspoon pepper
• 1 bay leaf

1. In a large skillet, brown beef in oil over medium-high heat; drain.
2. Transfer to a slow-cooker.
3. Add carrots and celery.
4. Combine the remaining ingredients; pour over meat and vegetables.
5. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or until meat is tender.
6. Discard the bay leaf before serving.
7. Thicken coooking juices if desired.

beef round steak, vegetable oil, carrots, celery, water, tomato rice soup, onion soup, pepper, bay leaf

Taken from www.food.com/recipe/no-fuss-swiss-steak-174946 (may not work)