Ingredients for 4 servings:
1. 1 1/2 lbs beef stew meat, cut into 1 inch pieces
2. 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled, cut into 2 inch pieces
3. 4 slices bacon, diced
4. 1 large onion, sliced thick
5. 1 (14 ounce) can beef broth
6. 1 teaspoon salt
7. 1 teaspoon dried thyme
8. 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
9. 1 pinch black pepper
10. 2 tablespoons cornstarch
11. 2 tablespoons water
Directions:
1. coat crock pot with nonstick cooking spray.
2. place all ingredients (except water and cornstarch) in crock pot.
3. mix well.
4. cook on low 7 to 8 hours or on high 4 to 5 hours.
5. 15 minutes before serving, mix water and cornstarch.
6. pour into crock pot.
7. cover and cook until broth thickens.
Enjoy your meal!