Favourite Beef Stew

• 3 carrots
• 3 celery ribs
• 2 large potatoes, peeled & 1/2" pieces
• 1 1/2 c onions, chopped
• 3 garlic cloves, chopped
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 1/2 tbs Worcestershire Sauce
• 3/4 tsp dried thyme leaves
• 3/4 tsp dried basil leaves
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 2 lb lean stew beef, 1" pieces
• 1 can (14 oz) dices tomatoes, undrained
• 1 can (14 oz) reduced-sodium beef broth
• 1/4 c all-purpose flour
• 1/2 c cold water

1. Layer in order up to broth.
2. Low 8 to 9 hours.
3. Remove beef and vegetables & cover.
4. Remove & discard bay leaf.
5. Turn cooker to High and cover.
6. Mix flour & water in small bowl until smooth.
7. Add 1/2 c cooking liquid; mix well.
8. Stir mixture into cooker.
9. Cover and cook 15 minutes or until thickened.
10. Pour over meat and vegetables.

carrots, celery, potatoes, onions, garlic, bay leaf, worcestershire sauce, thyme, basil, black pepper, lean stew beef, tomatoes, beef broth, flour, cold water

Taken from www.epicurious.com/recipes/member/views/favourite-beef-stew-50113264 (may not work)