2 lb. stewing beef, cut in 1-inch cubes
2 large potatoes, diced
2 onions, chopped
3 carrots, peeled and cut in 1/2-inch pieces
2 stalks celery, sliced
6 to 8 sprigs parsley
1 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. thyme
1/4 tsp. pepper
1 (1 lb.) can tomatoes (with juice), chopped
1 can of water
1 pkg. frozen mixed vegetables, thawed

Combine all ingredients, except frozen vegetables, in cooker. Cook on low 10 to 11 hours. Add frozen vegetables and heat it through. Yields 6 to 8 servings.