Slow Cooker Recipes
Slow Cooker BBQ Beef Stew

Description
"This recipe comes from kraftfoods.com. It sounded good and comforting for the winter months. I have made some adjustments to the recipe. Remember not all slow cookers are created the same, adjust the cooking times accordingly."
Ingredients
- 2 teaspoons oil
- 2 lbs boneless beef stew meat, cut into 1 1/2 inch cubes
- 3⁄4 cup barbecue sauce, divided
- 1 tablespoon instant coffee granules
- 4 medium carrots, scrubbed, cut into 1 inch pieces
- 1 large onion, cut into chunks
- 6 small red potatoes, scrubbed, quartered
- 1 (10 ounce) package frozen peas, thawed
Directions
- In a nonstick skillet, heat the oil and brown the meat in batches.
- As the meat browns transfer to a 5 quart slow cooker.
- Pour in 1/2 cup of the barbecue sauce, sprinkle with the coffee granules.
- Top with onions, carrots and potatoes; cover with lid and cook on low for 7 to 8 hours.
- Turn heat to high, stir in thawed peas and remaining 1/4 cup barbecue sauce; cover and cook an additional 30 minutes or until heated through.