Crock Pot Stew

Saute-
2 tbsp olive oil
2 lbs stew meat
2 lg onions julienned
4 cloves garlic minced


In a bowl mix-
6 oz can tomato paste
6 cups beef broth
2 tsp thyme
1 Tbsp Italian seasoning
1/2 cup all purpose flour
Salt and pepper to taste
2 bay leaves

Into an 8 qt. crock pot put-

10 md potato's peeled and diced
2 lbs carrots peeled and cut into circles
10 stalks celery julienned
4 cups frozen peas

Add meat and sauce. Mix together.

Cook high for 5 hours or low for 8 hours