Gone All Day Casserole

• 1 cup uncooked wild rice, rinsed and drained
• 1 cup chopped celery
• 1 cup chopped carrots
• 2 cans (4 oz each) mushroom stems & pieces, drained
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 1/2 cup slivered almonds (optional)
• 3 beef bouillon cubes
• 2.5 tsp seasoned salt
• 2 lbs boneless round steak, cut into 1" cubes
• 3 cups water

Place ingredients in order listed in a slow cooker (do not stir). Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or til rice is tender. Stir before serving - 12 servings.