Ingredients
1 1/2
lb beef stew meat, cut into 3/4-inch cubes
5
tablespoons all-purpose flour, divided
1
lb small (2 1/2 to 3-inch) red potatoes, quartered
1 1/2
cups frozen pearl onions (from 16-oz package)
1
bag (1 lb) ready-to-eat baby-cut carrots
1
jar (12 oz) beef gravy
1
can (14.5 oz) Muir Glen™ organic diced tomatoes, undrained
Preparation
On waxed paper, sprinkle beef with 2 tablespoons flour, 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper; toss to coat. In 10-inch skillet, heat about 1 tablespoon of oil over medium-high heat. Add coated beef; cook and stir 4 to 6 minutes or until browned, stirring occasionally.
In 4- to 6-quart slow cooker, layer potatoes, onions and carrots. Add browned beef; sprinkle with any remaining flour mixture. Top with gravy and tomatoes.
Cover; cook on Low heat setting 8 to 10 hours.
Before serving, in small bowl, blend 3 remaining tablespoons flour with 1/4 cup cold water. Stir into stew. Increase heat setting to High; cover and cook 10 minutes longer or until thickened.
