Easy Crockpot Stew

Combine crushed tomatoes, wine or water, broth, tapioca, black pepper, sugar, Italian seasoning, salt, and bay leaves in a crock pot or large Dutch oven. Stir in stew meat. Add carrots, onions and potatoes.

Crockpot instructions:
Cover and cook on low for 4-6 hours, or on high for 2-3 hours or until the meat is tender and sauce has thickened.

Dutch oven instructions:
Cover and bake in a 350 degree oven for about 3 hours, stirring twice, until meat is tender and sauce is thickened.

Add the corn 1/2 hour before serving. Be sure to discard the bay leaves before serving.