Beef Stew Italiano

Course :	Stews
From:	HungryMonster.com
Serves:	4

Ingredients:

2 1/2	pounds	beef stew meat -- cut into 1 inch cubes
4	medium	carrots -- cut into 1/2 inch pieces
1	large	onion, thinly sliced, separated into rings
28	ounces	whole tomatoes -- cut up
2	cups	water
1	teaspoon	salt
1 1/2	teaspoons	Italian seasoning
2	teaspoons	instant beef bouillon
1	cup	uncooked mostaccioli or other pasta

Preparation:

Brown meat in slow cooker (or in skillet is easier) on top of range or skillet on medium heat. Transfer pot to base or meat to slow cooker. Add remaining ingredients except pasta to cooking pot. Stir to combine. Cover and cook on low setting for 7 - 9 hours (OR high for 3 - 4 hours). Increase heat to high. Add pasta and stir to blend. Cover and continue cooking for 30 minutes until pasta is done.