The Best Beef Stew

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The Best Beef Stew
Yield: Makes 8 servings
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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:
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.





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