Ingredients

The following ingredients have 7 Servings
  • 4 bacon strips (chopped)
  • 1-1/2 pounds beef stew meat (cut into 1/2-inch pieces)
  • 1 medium onion (chopped)
  • 4 medium red potatoes (cut into 1/2-inch cubes)
  • 1-1/2 cups fresh baby carrots (cut in half lengthwise)
  • 1 cup frozen corn
  • 1/4 cup medium pearl barley
  • 2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each beef broth)
  • 1 can (14-1/2 ounces diced tomatoes with basil, oregano and garlic, undrained)
  • 1 jar (12 ounces home-style beef gravy)
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • Mashed potatoes (optional)

Instruction

  • In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp.
  • Using a slotted spoon, remove to paper towels to drain. In the drippings, cook beef until meat is no longer pink; drain.
  • In a 5-qt. slow cooker, layer the potatoes, carrots, corn and barley. Top with beef mixture and bacon.
  • Combine the broth, tomatoes, gravy and pepper; pour over top (do not stir).
  • Cover and cook on low for 8 to 10 hours or until meat and vegetables are tender. Stir before serving. Serve over mashed potatoes if desired.