Beef Stew Bake

Directions

1. 1
   In heavy skillet, brown stew meat, (cut into cubes,) in 2 tbsp hot shortening; drain off excess fat.
2. 2
   Add mushroom gravy, tomato juice, dry onion soup mix and horseradish.
3. 3
   Simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes.
4. 4
   Place 4 medium potatoes, pared and quartered in the bottom of a 2-quart casserole.
5. 5
   Top with meat mixture.
6. 6
   Bake, covered, at 350 for 1 1/2 hours or til meat and potatoes are tender, stirring once or twice during baking.