Slow Cooker Beef Stew

Ingredients, directions and serving information for Slow Cooker Beef Stew.

• 2 pounds stew meat, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 1/4 cup flour
• salt and pepper
• 2 cups water
• 2 teaspoons beef bouillon
• 1 garlic clove, finely chopped
• 3 medium carrots, sliced
• 3 medium potatoes, diced
• 1 onion, chopped
• 1 celery stalk, sliced
• add herbs as desired (bay leaf, basil, oregano, etc.)

1. Wash hands with soap and water.
2. Place meat in slow cooker.
3. Mix flour, salt, and pepper in a medium bowl, and pour over meat; stir to coat.
4. Add remaining ingredients and stir to mix.
5. Cover and cook on low for 8 to 10 hours or high for 4 to 6 hours.
6. Stir stew thoroughly before serving. If using bay leaf, discard before serving.