Instructions

  1. Rehydrate tomatoes as directed on package, drain and coarsely chop (or use canned undrained).
  2. Mix tomatoes and remaining ingredients except 1/4 cup water and the flour in a crock pot slow cooker.
  3. Cover and cook on low heat setting 8 or 9 hours or until veggies and beef are tender.
  4. Whisk together 1/4 cup water and the flour and gradually stir into beef mixture.
  5. Cover and cook in 3.5-4 quart crock pot on high heat setting 10-15 minutes longer or until slightly thickened.
  6. Remove bay leaf.