How to make delicious beef stew in a slow cooker

Cook a delicous beef stew while you work.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Things You’ll Need:

• 1-2 lbs cubed beef
• 3-4 potatoes (cubed)
• 3 carrots (sliced)
• 3 stalks of celery (sliced)
• 1 cup of pearl onions
• 1 can of beef broth (may substitute 2 cups of water and beef bullion cubes)
• 1 clove of garlic (crushed)
• Thyme
• Bay leaves
• Italian seasonings
• Corn starch

1. Add the meat and vegetables to the crock pot.
2. Pour the beef broth over the meat and vegtables (or beef bullion and water) and then add the spices to taste.
3. Set the slow cooker to high and cook for 6-8 hours.
4. Add 1 Tbs of corn starch to 1/2 cup of cold water and then mix into the stew to thicken. Let sit for 15 minutes, if more thickening is required then add more corn starch. Enjoy!

Tips & Warnings

• Don't be afraid to try new things. If you want to add different vegtables (tomatoes, peas, beans, etc.) go for it.
• Try using all organic meat and vegtables for a heathier stew.
• For a fresher tasting stew try using fresh picked, or home grown, herbs: keep in mind that 1 tsp of dried herbs = 2 tsp fresh herbs, so adjust accordingly.
• To add a little spice to your stew try a hot pepper or two.