1 lb. beef stew, cubed
1 tsp. minced garlic
1 can steak sauce with mushrooms
1 lb. frozen mixed vegetables
2 c. water
2 medium potatoes, chopped bite size
1 tsp. black pepper
1 small can mushrooms
1 medium onion
5 beef bouillon cubes
1 can diced tomatoes
1 tsp. Italian seasoning
salt to taste

Brown beef, onion and garlic. Add rest of ingredients. Bring to boil. Turn heat to simmer and cook until all vegetables are done. Use a 4-quart cooking pot.