Crockpot German Beef Stew Recipe

Crockpot German Beef Stew Recipe

1 1/2 lbs beef chuck, cut in 2" cubes
2 tbs flour
1/2 tsp celery salt
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp ground ginger
1/4 tsp ground black pepper
1 can (16 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained
2 cups thinly sliced carrots
1 large potato, cut into chunks
1/4 cup sherry
1/4 cup dark molasses
1 cup water

Place beef in slow cooker (crockpot). In a small bowl combine flour, celery salt, garlic powder, ground ginger, and pepper; sprinkle over beef. In a medium bowl, combine tomatoes, carrots, potatoes, sherry, molasses, and water; pour over beef. Cook on low setting for 6 to 8 hours. If desired, add 1/4 cup raisins 30 minutes before serving.

Serves 4 to 6.