Slow Cooker Beef Stew

01Method

1. 1

   The evening before, chop the potatoes and carrots and slice the onion. Submerge all the vegetables in a container of cold water and refrigerate overnight.

2. 2

   Also the night before, combine the stew meat with Worcestershire sauce and herb seasoning in a zip-lock bag, then refrigerate to marinate overnight.

3. 3

   In the morning, place the raw beef in an even layer at the bottom of the slow cooker. Drain the vegetables and arrange them over the meat. Add the stewed tomatoes and tomato juice. For a spicier stew, tuck in the jalapeño slices as well.

4. 4

   Cook on high for 1 hour, then switch to low and continue cooking for 6–8 hours, until the beef is fully cooked through and very tender.