Fabulous Beef Stew (Crock Pot)

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 lbs stewing beef, lean, cut in 1-inch cubes (I use a roast instead)

• 1 (1 1/4 ounce) 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 (28 ounce) 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. 1

   Put all ingredients, except for cornstarch and water, in a slow cooker on low heat for 8 to 10 hours.

2. 2

   Taste and adjust seasonings.

3. 3

   Add 2 tablespoons of cornstarch mixed with water (if desired).

4. 4

   Turn heat to high and stir until thickened.