Contest-Winning Easy Oven Stew

• 2 pounds beef stew meat, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 4 large carrots, cut into 1-inch pieces
• 2 medium onions, cut into 1-inch pieces
• 2 celery ribs, cut into 1-inch pieces
• 2 medium parsnips, cut into 1-inch pieces
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) Italian stewed tomatoes
• 1-1/2 cups beef broth
• 1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
• 1/2 cup quick-cooking tapioca
• 1 teaspoon instant coffee granules
• 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon salt, optional

1. In a 5-qt. Dutch oven, combine all ingredients. Cover and bake at 350u0b0 for 2-1/4 to 2-1/2 hours, or until the meat and vegetables are tender, stirring occasionally.

beef stew meat, carrots, onions, celery, parsnips, garlic, italian stewed tomatoes, beef broth, tomato sauce, tapioca, coffee granules, thyme, oregano, salt

Taken from www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/contest-winning-easy-oven-stew/ (may not work)