The Beef Stew

Years ago I wanted a "from scratch" Beef Stew. I started putting everything I could find in my kitchen into a crock pot, added spices and then let it cook all day. My roommate at the time loved it and made me make it at least once a month. Now my husband and son want it all the time too.

• Ready In: 8 hrs 45 mins
• Serves: 8

Ingredients

• 2  lbs  round steaks (cut in bite sized pieces)
• 2 (14 1/2ounce) cans stewed tomatoes
• 1 (14 1/2ounce) can tomato sauce
• 2  cups potatoes (cut in bite sized pieces)
• 1  cup corn (fresh, frozen or canned)
• 1  cup  cut green beans (fresh, frozen or canned)
• 1  cup carrot (sliced)
• 1  cup celery (sliced)
• 1  large onion (cut in bite sized wedges)
• 2  tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
• 1 1⁄2 tablespoons  mesquite flavored  fajita seasoning mix
• 1  cup water (use more to make as thin as you like)
•  salt and pepper

Directions

1. Combine all ingredients in a large crock pot using 1 cup of water to start.
2. Turn on high for 6 hours or on low for 8 to 10 hours.
3. During cooking time check the stew and if necessary, add more water.
4. Serve with crackers.