Hearty Beef Ragout
Grrrrrgh!
Course : Crockpot
From: HungryMonster.com
Serves: 8
 

Ingredients:

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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   3      pounds        boneless beef chuck -- cut in 1" cubes
     1/3  cup           all-purpose flour
   2      teaspoons     salt
     1/4  teaspoon      pepper
   8      ounces        precooked sausage links -- cut into 1" pieces
   2      cups          leeks -- chopped
   3      stalks        celery -- cut up
   3      medium        potatoes -- peeled and cubed
   1      15 oz can     whole tomatoes
   1      teaspoon      oregano
   2      cloves        garlic -- minced
     1/2  cup           beef broth
   1      teaspoon      Kitchen Bouquet
   2      tablespoons   all-purpose flour
   3      tablespoons   water
 

Preparation:

Wipe beef well. Combine 1/3 cup flour with salt and pepper. Toss beef cubes with flour mixture to coat thoroughly; place in crockpot. Add remaining ingredients except 2 tablespoons flour and the water in order listed; stir well. Cover and cook on low setting for 7 to 12 hours. One hour before serving, turn to high setting. Make a smooth paste of flour and the water; stir into crockpot, mixing well. Cover and cook until thickened.