Beef Stew with Sweet Potatoes

INGREDIENTS

• 1 1/2 pounds lean stew beef
• 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 1 large onion (or 2 medium), halved and cut in 1/4-inch slices
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1 large sweet potato, cut in 1 1/2-inch cubes
• 1/2 cup beef stock (homemade, canned, or from bouillon or base)
• 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/2 to 1 cup frozen peas or green beans (thawed)
• Salt and pepper to taste

PREPARATION

1. Toss stew beef with the flour and 1/4 teaspoon each salt and pepper.
2. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or sauté pan; brown beef and onion.
3. Place sweet potato cubes in the Crock Pot; add beef and onions.
4. Mix beef broth with cinnamon and pour over beef mixture.
5. Cover and cook on low 8 to 10 hours.
6. Add peas or green beans during the last 15 to 20 minutes.
7. Serve with biscuits or crusty bread.
8. Serves 4