Ingredients:

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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   2 1/2  pounds        beef stew meat -- cut into 1" cubes
   4                    carrots -- cut into 1/2" pieces
   1      large         onion, thinly sliced, separated into rings
   1      28 oz can     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.