3 pounds lean stewing beef -- cut in 1 1/2" chunks

1 1.5 oz envlp dry onion soup mix

1/2 cup sauterne wine -- or

beef broth 1 10.5 oz can cream of mushroom soup -- or

cream of celery soup 1 4 oz can sliced mushrooms, drained -- optional

Combine all ingredients in Crock-Pot. Cover and cook on Low for 10 to 12 hours . If desired, thicken gravy. Serves 8