Ingredients

The following ingredients have 7 Servings
  • 1 large onion
  • 2 medium carrots, peeled and thinly sliced
  • 2 large potatoes, cut into 1/2" chunks
  • 1 cup fresh green beans, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 pound beef stew meat, cubed
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme
  • 1 clove garlic, crushed
  • 3 cups beef stock
  • 2 tablespoons light brown sugar
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt
  • 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 3 tablespoons flour
  • 2 teaspoons tomato paste
  • kosher salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste

Instruction

  • Put the ingredients except for the flour and tomato paste into the slow cooker and stir to combine.
  • Cover and cook on high for 4-5 (or on low for 8-10) until the beef is tender and potatoes are fork-tender.
  • Stir the stew once or twice as it cooks, if possible.
  • 30 minutes before serving, transfer a ladle-ful of broth to a small mixing bowl.
  • Add the flour and tomato paste. Whisk until smooth, then stir the mixture back into the stew and cook for the remaining half hour.
  • Serve hot and enjoy!