Old Fashioned Beef Stew for Crockpot

From PB199 Easy Weeknight Meals pamphlet

• Ready In: 9 hrs 15 mins
• Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1  tablespoon  oil
• 1 1⁄2 lbs beef stew meat, cut into 3/4 inch cubes
• 4  carrots, medium, cut into 1/2 inch thick slices
• 3  red potatoes, medium, unpeeled, cut into 1/2 inch cubes
• 1 1⁄2 cups  frozen pearl onions (from 16 oz pkg)
• 1  stalk celery, cut into 1 inch pieces
• 3  cups  v- 8  vegetable juice
• 3  tablespoons tapioca, quick cooking
• 1  teaspoon beef bouillon granules
• 1⁄8 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1⁄4 teaspoon pepper
• 2  teaspoons Worcestershire sauce

Directions

1. In large skillet, heat oil over medium high heat until hot. Add beef; cook 4 to 6 minutes or until browned.
2. In 3 1/2 or 4 qt Crock-Pot, combine browned beef and all remaining ingredients. Mix well.
3. Cover; cook on low setting for 9 to 10 hours or until beef and vegetables are tender.