Christmas Eve Beef Stew

Rich, slow-simmered beef stew with holiday spices and vegetables. A traditional favorite for a cozy Christmas Eve meal.

Ingredients

  • 2 1/2 pounds beef stew meat, diced into 1 inch pieces
  • 1 (28 ounce) can stewed tomatoes, with juice
  • 1 cup chopped celery 4 carrots, sliced
  • 3 potatoes, cubed
  • 3 onions, chopped
  • 3 1/2 tablespoons tapioca 2 cubes beef bouillon
  • 1/8 teaspoon dried thyme 1/8 teaspoon dried rosemary 1/8 teaspoon dried marjoram 1/4 cup red wine
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 (10 ounce) package frozen green peas, thawed