Crockpot Beef Stew I

Description
My favorite beef stew
 * Submitted by: angelgoddess3 - ECPR
 * Contributed by World Recipes Y-Group

Ingredients

 * 3 carrots, cut lengthwise into halves, then cut into 1-inch pieces
 * 3 ribs celery, cut into 1-inch pieces
 * 2 large potatoes, peel and cut into ½ inch pieces
 * 1½ cups chopped onions
 * 3 cloves garlic, chopped
 * 1 bay leaf
 * 1½ tbsp Worcestershire sauce
 * ¾ tsp. dried thyme leaves
 * ¾ tsp. dried basil leaves
 * ½ tsp black pepper
 * 2 pounds lean beef stew, cut into 1-inch pieces
 * 1 can (14½ ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
 * 1 can (14 ounces) beef broth
 * ½ cup cold water

Directions

 * 1) Layer ingredients in crockpot in following order: carrots, celery, potatoes, onions, garlic, bay leaf, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, basil, pepper, beef, tomatoes with juice and broth.
 * 2) Cover and cook on low 8 to 9 hours.
 * 3) Remove beef and vegetables to large serving bowl, cover and keep warm.
 * 4) Remove bay leaf and discard.
 * 5) Turn crockpot to high, cover.
 * 6) Stir water into flour in a small bowl until smooth.
 * 7) Add ½ cup cooking liquid, mix well.
 * 8) Stir flour mixture into crockpot.
 * 9) Cover and cook 15 minutes or until thickened.
 * 10) Pour sauce over meat.