INGREDIENTS
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1 1/2 pounds boneless beef bottom round steak, trimmed and cut into 1-inch cubes
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2 medium carrots, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
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2 stalks celery, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
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1 cup quartered fresh mushrooms
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1/2 cup sliced green onions (4)
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1 14 1/2 ounce can Italian-style stewed tomatoes, undrained
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1 cup beef broth
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1/2 cup dry red wine, white wine, or beef broth
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3 tablespoons quick-cooking tapioca
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1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning, crushed
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1/4 teaspoon black pepper
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1 bay leaf
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Hot cooked whole wheat pasta (optional)