Crockpot Beef Stew I

My Favorite Beef Stew (CROCK POT) Submitted by: angelgoddess3 - ECPR

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 1/2 inch pieces 1-1/2 cups chopped onions 3 cloves garlic, chopped 1 bay leaf 1-1/2 Tbsp. Worcestershire sauce 3/4 tsp. dried thyme leaves 3/4 tsp. dried basil leaves 1/2 tsp black pepper 2 pounds lean beef stew, cut into 1-inch pieces 1 can (14-1/2 ounces diced tomatoes, undrained 1 can (14 ounces)beef broth 1/2 cup cold water - 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. - Cover and cook on LOW 8 TO 9 HOURS. Remove beef and vegetables to large serving bowl, cover and keep warm. Remove bay leaf and discard. Turn crockpot to HIGH, cover. Stir water into flour in a small bowl until smooth. Add 1/2 cup cooking liquid, mix well. Stir flour mixture into crockpot. Cover and cook 15 minutes or until thickened. Pour sauce over meat.

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