Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup flour
  • salt and pepper
  • 2 lbs beef stew meat, trimmed if necessary
  • 1 large onion, sliced
  • 1 lb baby carrots
  • 1 stalk celery, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 1/2 lbs white potatoes, peeled and cut into large chunks
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • fresh parsley, optional for garnish

Method

  • Mix flour, salt and pepper in slow cooker. Add beef; stir to coat. Add onion, carrots, celery, potatoes, beef broth and Worcestershire sauce. Stir to blend.
  • Cover; cook on low for 5 1/2 to 7 1/2 hours.
  • Mix cornstarch with water and stir into stew. Cover; cook 30 minutes or until carrots are cooked and meat is tender.
  • Top with optional chopped parsley.