Old Fashioned Beef Stew

This is a real old recipe that I've up-dated.
Using the V-8 juice is the secret to this one.

Ingredients:
1 Tbsp oil
1 1/2 lb beef stew meat, cut into 3/4 inch cubes
4 carrots, medium, cut into 1/2 inch thick slices
3 red potatoes, medium, unpeeled, cut into 1/2 inch cubes
1 1/2 cup frozen pearl onions (from 16 oz pkg)
1 stalk celery, cut into 1 inch pieces
3 cups V-8 juice
3 Tbsp tapioca, quick cooking
1 tsp beef bouillon crystals
1/8 tsp garlic powder
1/4 tsp pepper
2 tsp worcestershire sauce

Directions:
In large skillet, heat oil over medium high heat until hot.
Add beef; cook 4 to 6 minutes or until browned.
In 3 1/2 or 4 qt Crock-Pot,
combine browned beef and all remaining ingredients.
Mix well. Cover; cook on low setting for
9 to 10 hours or until beef and vegetables are tender.