Beef Stew

Ingredients

• 2 lb. beef, cut into small cubes
• 1/4 c. vegetable oil
• 1 1/2 c. chopped onion
• 1 (16 oz.) can tomatoes (undrained), chopped or fresh tomatoes
• 3 Tbsp. quick cooking tapioca
• 2 to 3 potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 3 beef bouillon cubes
• 1 c. water
• 1 tsp. garlic powder
• 1 Tbsp. parsley flakes
• 1 tsp. salt
• 1/2 tsp. pepper
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 frozen pkg. peas and carrots