1 lb stewing beef, cut into cubes
3 tablespoons tomato paste
2 medium tomatoes, sliced
1 medium onion, sliced
4 small carrots, cut into 1 inch thick rounds
4 bay leaves
1 beef bouillon

In a 4 quart crockpot, combine all ingredients and 1 cup of water. Cook on high for 4 hours or low for 8 hours. Season with salt and pepper, add additional bay leaves if necessary.