Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons canola oil
  • 2 pounds beef stew meat
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups water, divided
  • 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon pepper
  • Dash ground cloves
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 3/4 pound potatoes (about 3 medium), peeled and cubed
  • 3 medium carrots, sliced
  • 2 cups frozen corn (about 10 ounces), thawed
  • 1-1/2 cups frozen cut green beans (about 6 ounces), thawed
  • 1 can (15 ounces) Italian tomato sauce

Method

  • In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat; brown beef in batches. Transfer to a 5-qt. slow cooker.
  • In same pan, cook and stir onion until lightly browned. Add to beef. In a small bowl, mix flour and 1/2 cup water until smooth; add to slow cooker. Stir in the remaining ingredients and water.
  • Cook, covered, on low until meat and vegetables are tender, 6-8 hours. Discard bay leaves.