Beef Stew

 

10 small New potatoes, halved not peeled

12 small White onions, peeled

30 Baby carrots, 1/2-lb.

1 Red or green bell pepper, seeded, cut into 1″

1 1/2 lb. Beef stew meat — cut into 1″

1.1/2″ cubes

2 C. Beef broth or bouillon

2 tsp. Fresh oregano leaves, chopped

1/4 tsp. Paprika

1 T. Fresh parsley, chopped

1 T. Worcestershire sauce

1/2 tsp. Salt

1/8 tsp. Pepper

3 T. Cornstarch

3 T. Cold water

 

Place potatoes, onions, and baby carrots in slow cooker. Add bell pepper and beef. In small bowl, combine broth, oregano, paprika, parsley, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. Pour over meat and vegetables. Cover and cook on LOW 9 to 10 hrs. Turn pot on HIGH. In small bowl, dissolve cornstarch in water; stir into cooked stew mixture. Cover and cook on HIGH 15 to 20 mins. or until thickened, stirring occasionally.