French Beef Stew

When it comes to this thick down-home stew, let your slow cooker do the work.

• Ready In: 9 hrs 15 mins
• Serves: 8-10

Ingredients

• 3  medium potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
• 2  lbs beef stew meat
• 4  medium carrots, sliced
• 2  medium onions, sliced
• 3  celery ribs, sliced
• 2  cups tomato juice
• 1  cup water
• 1⁄3 cup quick-cooking tapioca
• 1  tablespoon sugar
• 1  tablespoon salt
• 1  teaspoon dried basil
• 1⁄2 teaspoon pepper

Directions

1. Place the potatoes in a greased 5-qt. slow cooker. Top with the beef, carrots, onions and celery.
2. In a bowl, combine the remaining ingredients. Pour over the vegetables.
3. Cover and cook on low for 9-10 hours or until vegetables and beef are tender.