INGREDIENTS
1 1/2 lb. beef stew meat, cut into 3/4-inch cubes
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon oil
1 lb. small (2 1/2 to 3-inch) red potatoes, quartered
1 1/2 cups frozen pearl onions (from 16-oz. pkg.)
1 (1-lb.) pkg. fresh baby carrots
1 (12-oz.) jar beef gravy
2 cups Progresso® diced tomatoes, undrained (from 28-oz can)
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/4 cup cold water
DIRECTIONS
1. On waxed paper, sprinkle beef with 2 tablespoons flour, salt and pepper; toss to coat. Heat oil in large skillet over medium-high heat until hot. Add coated beef; cook and stir 4 to 6 minutes or until browned, stirring occasionally.
2. In 4 to 6-quart slow cooker, layer potatoes, onions and carrots. Add browned beef; sprinkle with any remaining flour mixture. Top with gravy and tomatoes.
3. Cover; cook on low setting for 8 to 10 hours. Before serving, blend 3 tablespoons flour with water. Stir into stew. Cook on HIGH, covered, 10 minutes or until thickened.
Prep Time:
15 Min
Total Time:
10 Hr 15 Min
Makes:
6 servings (1 2/3 cups each)