Slow Cooker Beef Stew

1 1/2 – 2 pounds stew meat – cut into 1 inch cubes
1/4 cup all purpose flour
Salt and pepper to taste
2 cups water
2 teaspoons or 2 cubes beef bouillon
1 finely chopped garlic clove
3 sliced carrots
3 diced potatoes
1 – 2 chopped onions
1 sliced celery stalk
Add herbs as desired: bay leaf, basil, oregano, etc.

1. Place meat in slow cooker.
2. Mix flour, salt, and pepper in a medium bowl, and pour over meat; stir to coat.
3. Add remaining ingredients and stir to mix.
4. Cover and cook on LOW for 8 to 10 hours or HIGH for 4 to 6 hours.
5. Stir stew thoroughly before serving. If using bay leaf, discard before serving.

Adapted from:
Montana Extension Nutrition Education Program
Website Recipes
Montana State University Extension Service