Crock Pot Winter Harvest Beef Stew

Crock Pot Winter Harvest Beef Stew

1 (3- to 4-lbs.) chuck roast, cut into cubes

1/2 t. salt

1 t. pepper

1 small rutabaga, peeled and cut into small cubes

2 large potatoes, cut into cubes

1 large onion, sliced

2 celery stalks, chopped

1 (10 1/2-oz.) can stewed tomatoes

1 (0.75 oz.) packet Cajun brown gravy mix

1 (16-oz.) pkg. frozen mixed vegetables

1 (14-oz.) can beef broth

Put roast cubes into slow cooker and add all other ingredients in the order listed.
Cook on Low for 6 to 8 hours and spoon into large soup bowls. Serve with hot croissants or French bread.

Serves 4 to 6.