Creole Steak

1 1/2 pounds boneless round steak
Salt and pepper
1 onion, chopped
1 cup sliced celery
1 cup seasoned tomato juice
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
1 medium green bell pepper, chopped
1 (10 ounce) package frozen okra (or 1 1/2 cups fresh)
2 1/2 ounces sliced mushrooms
Carrot curls (optional)

Cut steak into strips, about 2 inches long and 1/2 inch wide. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Place in crock pot with onion, celery, tomato juice, Worcestershire sauce and garlic powder. Cover and cook on LOW for 6 to 8 hours.

Turn setting to HIGH. Add green pepper and partially thawed okra and mushrooms. Cover and cook for 30 minutes until okra is done.

Garnish with carrot curls, if desired.