INGREDIENTS

  • 1 1/2 lbs stewing beef , lean, cut in 1-inch cubes (I use a roast instead)
  • 1 (1 1/4ounce)packet Lipton Beef and onion Soup mix
  • 2 beef bouillon cubes
  • 4 medium potatoes , cubed
  • 3 carrots , sliced
  • 1 stalk celery , sliced (Not just 1 rib, but the whole stalk)
  • 1 (28ounce)can whole tomatoes , with juice
  • 1 garlic clove , crushed (I use the minced garlic in a jar)
  • salt and pepper
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1/4 cup cold water

DIRECTIONS

  1. Put all ingredients, except for cornstarch and water, in a slow cooker on low heat for 8 to 10 hours.
  2. Taste and adjust seasonings.
  3. Add 2 tablespoons of cornstarch mixed with water (if desired).
  4. Turn heat to high and stir until thickened.