Bloggin' and Crockin'- Beef stew

Beef stew may not ring "delicious" in my ears the same as "ice cream sundae" or "chocolate chip cookies" would, but it rings "hearty and healthy"!

Here is a recipe for some prize winning Beef Stew:

Ingredients:

1.5-2lbs of beef stew meat   









1 chopped onion
1-2 chopped celery sticks
1-2 chopped carrots
1-2 cups frozen peas or green beans (I usually do a cup of each)
3 cups water
Extra virgin olive oil

Spices (this is very flexible):
Garlic powder
Onion powder
Oregano
Salt
Pepper

I usually do about 1/2 teaspoon of each of these and add some "Everyday Seasoning" from Trader Joes.

Step 1:
Chop fresh veggies and place all veggies (fresh and frozen) into crock pot.

Step 2:
Put some extra virgin olive oil in a skillet and brown all sides of meat. I have read this is for more flavor, it is not necessary if you're short on time, but it makes the meat slightly juicier:).

Step 3:
Drain oil and excess fat, pour meat into crock pot.

Step 4:
Add seasonings and water.

Step 5:
Cook on high for 8 hours (ideal) or on Low for 6 hours.