CrockPot Stew Recipe

• 1 pound round steak, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
• 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
• 2 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 2 medium onions, diced
• 3 celery ribs, sliced
• 2 carrots, sliced
• 3 beef bouillon cubes
• 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 3 cups water (I sometimes add a bit more)
• 1-1/2 cups frozen mixed vegetables

Directions

Brown meat in olive oil, with a bit of seasoning. 

• In a 3-qt. slow cooker, combine the first 12 ingredients. Cover and cook on high for 6 hours. Add vegetables; cover and cook 2 hours longer or until meat and vegetables are tender. Yield: 8-10 servings (about 2-1/2 quarts).