Easy Vegtable-Beef Soup

This recipe actually comes from the big red & white Better Homes & Gardens cookbook but we love it so I thought I'd share.  It's super easy...just throw everything in the crockpot & you're good to go!

1 lb. boneless beef chuck pot roast cut into 3/4 inch pieces

1 tbsp cooking oil

4 cups water

(1) 14.5 ounce can diced tomatoes, undrained

2 cups frozen mixed vegatables

2 cups frozen diced hash brown potatoes or 2 medium potatoes, peeled & chopped

(1) 1 ounce envelope dry onion soup mix

1 tsp beef bouillon granules

1/8 tsp black pepper

1 clove garlic, minced or 1/8 tsp garlic powder

In a large skillet, brown meat pieces in hot oil.  Drain fat and put meat in slow cooker.  Add remaining ingredients and cook on low for 8-10 hours or high for 4-5 hours.