Apple Beef Stew

Slow Cooker Apple Beef Stew

Ingredients:
2 pounds stew meat or chuck, cut into cubes1 whole medium red onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon dried rosemary
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon sea salt
1 butternut squash, peeled and diced (About 2 cups)
10-12 baby carrots, sliced
4 celery stalks, minced
4 cups beef broth
1 cup apple juice, unfiltered and unsweetened (such as Martinelli's)...or just use an apple
Fresh parsley (for garnish)

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 8 hours on Low, 4 on high
Yields: 6 servings

Method: 

1. Place beef and vegetables in crockpot. Add garlic and spices.  Stir until veggies and beef are well coated. 

2.  Pour beef broth and apple juice (or apple) in crockpot.  

3. Cook on low for 8 hours or until beef and veggies are tender. Top with fresh parsley.