Slow Cooker Beef Stew

I have come to the conclusion that I don't use my slow cooker enough. One of my resolutions this year, is to use it more. I believe that using a slow cooker makes life easier ... but for some reason, I don't utilize this tool enough!

Slow Cooker Beef Stew

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Yield: 6-8 servings

2 lbs. beef stew meat

½ cup all purpose flour

2 tbsp. vegetable oil

1 tsp. salt

½ tsp. pepper

½ tsp. paprika

3 cloves garlic, minced

2-3 bay leaves

1 tbsp. Worcestershire sauce

2 cups water

1 pkt. beef-flavored Swanson flavor boost

1 large onion, chopped

4-5 medium red-skinned potatoes, scrubbed and cubed

3 large carrots, peeled and chopped

2 stalks celery, chopped

Combine the stew meat and flour in a large resealable bag. Seal the bag and shake to coat the meat with flour. Add 2 tbsp. of oil to a skillet; heat over medium-high heat. Add the beef and brown on all sides. Remove from the heat and add the beef to a slow cooker. Add the remaining ingredients to the slow cooker. Stir. Cover and cook on low heat for 8-10 hours or on high heat for 4-6 hours. Remove bay leaves before serving. 

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