Beef Stew

Dear Readers,

In the cold January days, what could be better than a hearty beef stew to warm up!

2 pounds browned steak, thick cut
6 carrots peeled and chopped
2 large onions
4-5 stalks celery
pepper + sea salt to taste
fresh green beans-if desired
Garlic to taste
Fresh chopped parsley to taste
red wine

I first added the onions in the bottom layer of the crock pot.
Then, I covered them with red wine and set the browned steak on top of the onions.
After cooking on high for 1 1/2 hours, I added the other ingredients and water or broth to taste and then cooked another 1-2 hours on high.

I spiced with a little roasted red pepper mix.
Of course you could use any other variation of veggies such as peppers or potatoes.

Bon Appetit!