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The Best Beef Stew

YIELD Makes 8 servings

INGREDIENTS

1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour, divided 2 teaspoons salt 1 teaspoon black pepper 3 pounds beef stew meat, cut into 1-inch pieces 1 can (about 14 ounces) diced tomatoes 3 potatoes, peeled and diced 1/2 pound smoked sausage, sliced 1 cup chopped leek 1 cup chopped onion 4 stalks celery, sliced 1/2 cup chicken broth 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 teaspoon dried thyme 3 tablespoons water

PREPARATION:

Slow Cooker Directions

1. Combine 1/2 cup flour, salt and pepper in large resealable food storage bag. Add beef; shake bag to coat beef. Place beef in slow cooker. Add remaining ingredients except remaining 2 tablespoons flour and water; stir well.
2. Cover; cook on LOW 8 to 12 hours or on HIGH 4 to 6 hours.
3. One hour before serving, increase heat to HIGH. Combine remaining 2 tablespoons flour and water in small bowl; stir until mixture becomes paste. Stir mixture into slow cooker; mix well. Cover; cook until thickened.

This recipe appears in: Stews