Beef Stew Bake

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.

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