Steve's Veggie Beef Crockpot Stew

3 potatoes or turnips  (or mix to equal 3), cubed

4 carrots, chopped

3 celery stalks, chopped

1 lb. beef, cubed

1 can stewed tomatoes (optional)

2 cups water

3 beef bullion cubes

2 bay leaves

1/2 tsp basil

1/2 tsp oregano

1/2 tsp salt

1/2 tsp pepper

1 tbs garlic power or real garlic

1/2 tsp cilantro

Some flour

--I always add a little more pepper and garlic; feel free to add more of the spices you like! 

 

1)  Coat the beef in flour and place in bottom of Crockpot (I pour flour in the Crockpot, dump the beef in, and mix/coat).

2)  Add everything else--except water--in no particular order.

3  Add water last

4)  Cook on High for 5 hours or on Low for 10 to 12 hours