Artichoke Herbed Beef Stew for the Crock Pot

This is a very tasty and elegant crock pot dish.

• Ready In: 7 hrs 10 mins
• Serves: 6-8

Ingredients

• 1⁄3 cup flour
• 1  teaspoon salt
• 1⁄2 teaspoon pepper
• 2 1⁄2 lbs  lean stewing beef, cut into 1 inch cubes
• 3  tablespoons olive oil
• 1 (10 1/2ounce) can  condensed beef consomme, undiluted
• 2  medium onions, halved and sliced
• 1  cup Burgundy wine or 1  cup beef broth
• 1  garlic clove, minced
• 1  teaspoon dill weed
• 2 (6 1/2ounce) jars  marinated artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
• 30  small fresh mushrooms, halved
•  hot  cooked noodles (optional)

Directions

1. In shallow bowl, combine the flour, salt and pepper. Add the beef and toss to coat.
2. In a skillet, brown the beef in oil; transfer to a crock pot with a slotted spoon.
3. Gradually add the consommé to the skillet.
4. Bring to a boil and stir to loosen browned bits from pan. Stir in the onions, wine or broth, and if you choose, garlic and dill.
5. Cover and cook on low for 7 to 8 hours or until the meat is almost tender.
6. Stir in the artichokes and mushrooms and cook 30 minutes longer or until heated through.
7. Serve over noodles or not--it’s up to you.