Ww Provencal Beef Slow Cooker Stew |
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Prep Time: 20 Minutes Cook Time: 6 Minutes |
Ready In: 26 Minutes Servings: 6 |
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Weight watchers 4 points Ingredients:
1 lb lean beef round, cut into 1 inch cubes |
1 spray nonstick cooking spray |
1 small onion, chopped |
2 cups mushrooms, sliced |
2 garlic cloves, minced |
2 large carrots, sliced |
15 ounces canned pinto beans, drained and rinsed |
1 1/2 cups beef broth, divided |
14 1/2 ounces canned crushed tomatoes |
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano |
1/4 teaspoon black pepper |
2 tablespoons thyme |
Directions:
1. Place a beef in a 5 quart slow cooker. Coat a 12 inch nonstick skillet with cooking spray. Add onions, mushrooms, and garlic. Saute over medium high heat 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
2. Place half of beans in a slow cooker. Place remaining beans in a blender. Add 1/2 cup of broth to blender and puree. Add mixture to slow cooker. Add remaining broth, tomatoes, oregano, dried thyme, salt and pepper to slow cooker.
3. Cover and cook on high setting of slow cooker for 6 to 7 hours. Garnish with fresh thyme if desired.
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