Classic Hearty Beef Stew -Oamc

My husband loves this, the smell when its cooking is to die for

• Ready In: 8 hrs 15 mins
• Serves: 4-6

Ingredients

• 4  lbs beef stew meat
• 2  cups potatoes
• 1  cup peas
• 1 (16 ounce) can stewed tomatoes
• 1  cup  chopped carrot
• 1  large onion, sliced
• 2  tablespoons oregano
• 2  tablespoons thyme
• 1 (16 ounce) envelope  beef gravy (may include Au Jus)

Directions

1. If fresh, use in 2-3 days. If frozen, no need to defrost.
2. 1. Remove bag of potatoes and peas, set aside in refrigerator.
3. 2. Add remaining contents of beef bag to slow cooker and add 1 cup of water. Cook for 7-8 hours on low (minimum internal temperature of 145°F).
4. 3. 20 to 30 minutes before serving, add potatoes and peas to, mix well and let simmer.
5. 4. Salt and pepper to taste.
6. again, I usually just dump things inches.