Ingredients
1
lb beef stew meat
1
large onion, chopped (3/4 cup)
1
large carrot, chopped (3/4 cup)
1
medium stalk celery, chopped (1/2 cup)
2
cloves garlic, finely chopped
2
teaspoons sugar
1
can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained
2
cans (10 1/2 oz each) condensed beef consommé
1
teaspoon dried basil leaves
2
cups frozen cheese-filled tortellini
1
cup frozen cut green beans
Preparation
In 3 1/2- to 4-quart slow cooker, add beef, onion, carrot, celery, garlic, sugar, tomatoes and beef consommé in order listed.
Cover; cook on Low heat setting 8 to 9 hours.
About 25 minutes before serving, stir in basil, frozen tortellini and green beans. Increase heat setting to High. Cover; cook about 25 minutes or until beans are tender.
