THREE BEAN AND POTATO STEW

Steps:

• In a large (4qt?) sauce pan, pour entire contents of tomato juice and bring to a boil. While waiting on juice to boil, slice potatoes in half or quarters depending on how big you like your chunks. Also slice the 1/2 onion into 1/4 inch strips and separate layers. once juice is boiling, place potatoes gently into liquid. Place onion slices and garlic into liquid as well. continue to boil slowly for about 15 - 20 minutes or until potatoes are tender but still firm. They can be cut easily with a dull knife. Pour all three cans of beans into mixture along with mushrooms and stir. Bring mixture back to a boil, then reduce heat and cover. Simmer for 10 minutes. The stew is done when beans and potatoes are very tender and can be cut or mashed with a spoon. Warning, this needs to cool before being served, the beans and potatoes retain heat very well. I usually ladel it into bowls and let it sit for about 3 minutes. Salt and Pepper to taste, though the tomato juice gives it a nice flavor on it's own. ** as an extra touch, Frito scoops add a crunchy delight and can be added as a garnish just as you serve the dish.