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French Beef Stew

By: Iola Egle

"When it comes to this thick down-home stew, Iola Egle lets her slow cooker do the work. 'Then I simply toss together a green salad and dinner is ready,' she pens from Bella Vista, Arkansas."

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Prep Time:
15 Min

Cook Time:
9 Hrs

Ready In:
9 Hrs 15 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 8 servings

Ingredients

3 medium potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
2 pounds beef stew meat
4 medium carrots, sliced
2 medium onions, sliced
3 celery ribs, sliced
2 cups tomato juice
1 cup water
1/3 cup quick-cooking tapioca
1 tablespoon sugar
1 tablespoon salt
1 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon pepper

Directions

Place the potatoes in a greased 5-qt. slow cooker. Top with the beef, carrots, onions and celery. in a bowl, combine the remaining ingredients. Pour over the vegetables. Cover and cook on low for 9-10 hours or until vegetables and beef are tender.