Roman Country Beef Stew

• beef stew meat, cubed↗1 1⁄2 lbs
• vegetable oil↗2 tablespoons
• whole tomatoes↗1 can
• tomato sauce↗1 can
• water↗3 cups
• large onion, chopped↗1
• salt↗2 teaspoons
• italian seasoning↗1 teaspoon
• large pasta (I use medium sea shells)↗4 ounces
• French style green beans↗1 can

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   In a large pot, brown the meat in oil.

2. 2

   Stir in tomatoes with juice, (I like to cut the tomatoes into smaller pieces),tomato sauce, water, onion spices.

3. 3

   Heat to boiling, reduce heat and cover and simmer until meat is tender about 1 1/2-2 hours.

4. 4

   Stir in macaroni and bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover and simmer 20 mintes, stirring occasionaly.

5. 5

   (hint, do not use more than 4 oz. of macaroni).

6. 6

   Stir in green beans and cook another 15-20 minutes.

7. 7

   Serve with parmesan cheese.

8. 8

   Goes well with french bread and a salad.