Easy Slow-Cooker Beef Stew

By Debbie-5

Ingredients

• 1 cup fat-free reduced-sodium beef broth
• 1/4 cup KRAFT Italian Vinaigrette Dressing made with Extra Virgin Olive Oil
• 1/4 cup KRAFT Original Barbecue Sauce
• 1 tsp. dried oregano leaves
• 1 lb. beef stew meat, cut into 1-1/4-inch cubes
• 1 lb. small red potatoes (about 8), cut into bite-size pieces
• 4 large carrots, cut into 1-inch-thick slices
• 1 large onion, cut into bite-size pieces
• 2 slices OSCAR MAYER Bacon, chopped
• 3 Tbsp. flour
• 1/4 cup water

Preparation

Step 1

MIX first 4 ingredients in slow cooker. Add all remaining ingredients except flour and water; toss to coat. Cover with lid. Cook on LOW 8 to 9 hours (or on HIGH 4 to 5 hours).
TRANSFER meat and vegetables to serving bowl with slotted spoon; cover to keep warm.
MIX flour and water until well blended. Whisk into juices in slow cooker; cover. Cook on HIGH 15 min. or until sauce is slightly thickened; spoon over meat and vegetables.