Easy Slow-Cooker Beef Stew

By Tangie2010

Ingredients

• 1 cup fat-free reduced-sodium beef broth
• 1/4 cup KRAFT Italian Vinaigrette Dressing made with EVOO
• 1/4 cup KRAFT Original Barbecue Sauce
• 1 tsp dried oregano leaves
• 1 lb boneless beef chuck for stew, 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 with foil.

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.

SUBSTITUTE: Prepare using your favorite flavor of KRAFT Barbecue Sauce.