2 lbs beef stew meat 8 med carrots, chopped 1 lb small red potatoes, quartered 1 med red pepper, chopped 1 can diced tomatoes 1/4 cup flour 1 can tomato paste 3/4 cup beef broth 1/3 cup beef broth 1 1/2 tsp salt 1 tsp minced garlic 1 tsp pepper 1/2 tsp dried thyme

In large skillet, brown beef on all sides. In 5-qt slow cooker, combine the carrots, potatoes, and red peppers. Pour tomatoes over top. In small bowl whisk flour, tomato paste, and broth until smooth. Stir in additional broth, salt, garlic, pepper and thyme; pour into slow cooker. Top with beef, cover and cook on low 6-8 hours.