Ingredients

1

lb beef stew meat

1/2

cup chopped onion

1

can (14 oz) artichoke hearts, drained, chopped

1

jar (4.5 oz) sliced mushrooms, drained

1

can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained

1

tablespoon balsamic vinegar

1

tablespoon drained capers

1

tablespoon dried minced garlic

1

teaspoon Italian seasoning

1

teaspoon salt

1

teaspoon sugar

1 1/2

cups uncooked penne pasta

1

tablespoon olive oil

Fresh ground pepper, if desired

1/2

cup shredded Parmesan cheese

Preparation

Spray 3 1/2- to 4-quart slow cooker with cooking spray. In cooker, mix all ingredients except pasta, oil, pepper and cheese.

Cover; cook on Low heat setting 7 to 9 hours.

About 15 minutes before serving, make pasta as directed on package. Stir pasta, oil and pepper into beef mixture. Serve with cheese.